A New Hampshire administrative law judge ruled that Andy Sanborn's casino license can be revoked, marking a significant development in the ongoing controversy surrounding Concord Casino.

Judge Gregory Albert's decision allows the New Hampshire Lottery Commission to proceed with license revocation, eliminating Sanborn's ability to receive further extensions for a potential sale. Both Sanborn's legal team and state officials retain the right to challenge this ruling in court or request a rehearing with the Lottery Commission.

Sanborn has been attempting to sell Concord Casino to an unnamed buyer for several months, following state officials' orders to close and sell the establishment. The loss of his license significantly complicates the sale process.

While Judge Albert acknowledged the positive impact of tax revenue and charitable organization support in favoring an extension, he deferred the final suitability determination to the courts.

Legal Background:

• NH Attorney General John Formella investigated Sanborn and his wife for improper use of $844,000 in COVID relief loans
• Sanborn allegedly spent $182,000 on luxury vehicles, including Porsches and a Ferrari
• In October, Sanborn was arrested for fraudulently inflating casino gross receipts by $1M to obtain an additional $188,000 in pandemic aid

Sanborn's attorneys, Zachary Hafer and Adam Katz, maintain their commitment to completing the sale and argue that state officials are impeding the transaction. State representatives deny these allegations, insisting they are cooperating with the process.

The case continues to evolve as both parties prepare for potential legal proceedings to determine the final outcome of the casino's ownership and operation.

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