Poker rakes are illegal in many jurisdictions because they are considered forms of cheating. A poker rake is a fee that a casino or poker room charges players for the privilege of playing their game.
The rake is typically a percentage of the pot, and the more people who are playing in the hand, the higher the rake will be.
Rakes give advantage to the player who collects them, and they can be used to manipulate the odds in favor of the player. Poker rakes also serve to line the pockets of casino or poker room operators.
In most cases, players are not allowed to rake in excess of 10 percent of their buy-in, but some poker rooms have implemented even higher rake rates.
The practice of poker raking has been outlawed by most jurisdictions because it is an unfair advantage that can be used to manipulate the odds in one’s favor. It has also been argued that poker rakes are a form of exploitation, as they deprive other players of part of their winnings.
