if necessary, but:

Didnt I say it was State and Federal Law? By my book that just about makes it illegal. You would have a hard time arguing otherwise in court.

Im unaware of what high rollers do (or rather what the casinos let them do). If I was in casino security I wouldnt be too happy about one $1000 chip 'walking' let alone racks. Archie was pulled once (at least) for taking one home to scan.