The Gambling Trap exposes one of the most misunderstood entry points into federal prosecution: the illusion that "small games" and "friendly bets" are harmless in the eyes of the law. Written in the FLYPAPER TRAPZ signature "school-in-session" tone, this 15-page instructional brief turns case law and federal statutes into clear, practical lessons for both professionals and the streets.

From hot block dice games and digital sports betting to high-end poker rooms, this edition explains how local hustles connect to interstate commerce, how payment apps become evidence, and why even minor enforcement pressure can escalate into RICO, Wire Fraud, or Hobbs Act charges. Using real federal cases and behavioral analysis, it teaches readers to see how ego, access, and repetition turn risk into recordable crime.

The book also confronts two overlooked realities:

1. Street-level gambling's digital footprint -- Zelle, Cash App, Chime, and ATM transfers that leave permanent trails; and

2. Prison-imported mindsets -- how survival strategies from confinement reappear on the streets as federal indictments waiting to happen.

Designed as a tool for prevention, re-entry mentoring, and cognitive-behavioral programming, The Gambling Trap replaces bravado with comprehension. It's not about luck -- it's about literacy in law, psychology, and consequences.

Perfect for:

- Community-violence intervention and pre-entry programs

- Mentoring agencies and transitional housing workshops

- Faith-based and school prevention curricula

- Families seeking to educate at-risk youth on digital accountability

Includes:

- In-depth analysis of applicable Title 18 U.S. Criminal Code(s)

- Federal case law summaries

- Reflection & Re-Alignment Workbook

- Gray-sidebar essay "The Hollywood Factor: When Image Becomes Evidence"

- Final Word: Intelligence as Protection

The Gambling Trap: When Luck Isn't on Your Side, It's Rigged Against You

$7.00