POST FALLS — The Post Falls Eagles is facing penalties for allowing illegal gambling at the fraternal organization, according to Idaho State Police.

Post Falls Police received a complaint from a patron of the club on Tuesday and, when officers responded, there was an illegal dice game going on at the premises, according to police.

PFPD took the report then turned the case over to ISP's Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC), PFPD Capt. Greg McLean said.

"We have opened up an administrative case and are working with PFPD to determine (what actions should be taken)," said Teresa Baker, ISP spokeswoman. "The case is under investigation and so we are not able to discuss specifics of the case at this time."

A female manager at the Eagles, who declined to be identified, also declined to comment.

Baker said penalties for illegal gambling vary depending on the violation, number of previous violations and other factors.

"Penalties vary from license suspension for a period of time to fines or a combination of both depending on the circumstances," she said. "Under certain circumstances, revocation of the license is the penalty."

Baker said it's unclear when a penalty would be issued.

"There are several opportunities for the licensee and ABC to resolve violations efficiently and without the expense of litigation in court either civilly or criminally," Baker said. "After the investigation is completed and a violation notice is given, it depends on the licensee. We can move pretty quickly if they want to resolve it quickly."

Baker said there have not been any arrests and machines were not involved.

McLean declined to comment on PFPD's behalf on the case, saying it is being handled by ISP.

This isn't the first time the Post Falls Eagles has faced penalties for illegal gambling.

In 2006 seven illegal gambling machines and paperwork documenting payouts were seized during a raid. The state also ordered the Eagles be shut down for 16 days.

Having the machines destroyed was part of the agreement between the attorneys from both sides.

A member of the Eagles at the time told The Press the machines generated between $3,000 and $5,000 per year for charities.