Undercover Poker: A Night Out in New York's Underground Scene

Undercover poker in New York's underground scene is fraught with risks, but the thrill of the game keeps many players coming back for more. The author shares his experiences with these clandestine clubs and the inevitable encounters with the police.

Police raids on underground poker clubs are a common occurrence. According to the author, the police usually confiscate all cash, TVs, cards, chips, and accounting books. The author's uncle, Tommi, who is a police officer, taught him how to behave during a traffic stop, which proved useful when the author was stopped by a police patrol on his way home from a poker club. By following his uncle's advice, the author managed to avoid a ticket.

The author also discusses his plans to join a poker tournament with his friend Andy, who is also involved in underground poker. To become a dealer in an underground poker club, one needs to first establish themselves as a player or have serious recommendations. The author hopes to use this tournament as an opportunity to showcase his skills and potentially secure a dealer position.