WICHITA, Kan. The focus of a federal investigation in Wichita is unknown, but a Wichita attorney says one of the names that has surfaced is involved in high-level gambling.

Tuesday, prominent Wichita businessman Brandon Steven confirmed to the Wichita Eagle that he is the target of an FBI investigation.

Steven told the newspaper he believes federal investigators are looking into his poker playing and his involvement trying to build a casino in southeast Kansas.

The investigation has raised questions about what's considered gambling in Kansas, like Poker and why it's illegal in our state.

Kansas law is clear on this, and yes, most Poker games played for money or a prize are illegal. In Kansas, it doesn't matter if you're playing for a few dollars or a few thousand dollars.

There are three elements that constitute gambling.

First is consideration. That's the money you put in. The state says that includes money to play the game, money to get a seat at the table, even cover charge money to get into the event.

Second is the prize. This can include money, tickets, or even a trip.

The final element is chance. This part of the equation has been argued, even in court in the state about whether Poker is more a game of chance or skill. So far, the court says it's mostly chance.

If you have the three elements, the state says it is gambling and it is illegal. Remove any one of the elements and your game is legal in Kansas.

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FF12: When is gambling illegal in Kansas? - KWCH