Today in True Crime History: March 19

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1931 — Nevada legalizes gambling. The goal is to help the state get through economic depression.

1987 — Jim Bakker, a televangelist, hands over control of his ministry to Jerry Falwell. Bakker had been involved in a scandal with the church secretary, which lead to allegations of sexual assault and improper use of funds.