It is the purpose and intent of this chapter to authorize the playing of the game of chance generally known as “bingo” subject to and pursuant to the restrictions contained in Article IV, § 19c of the Constitution of the State of California and Cal. Penal Code § 326.5. Definitions, conditions and restrictions set forth in this chapter are intended to comply with and implement the Constitutional and Penal Code provisions. To the extent that any provision of this chapter is substantially the same as that contained in Cal. Penal Code § 326.5 and violation thereof be deemed a violation of the Penal Code and punishable thereunder, the provisions of this chapter shall be deemed explanatory only.
(1995 Code, § 6.36.010)