INTEGRATED BLACKJACK HOLE CARD READERS AND CHIP RACKS, AND IMPROVED COVERS FOR CHIP RACKS

A locking mechanism for a cover for a chip rack used to protect casino wagering chips from theft when said chips are situated in the chip rack is disclosed. The locking mechanism comprises a first locking cam adapted to be connected to the cover, the first locking cam having a first locking tab rotatable between a first, unlocked, position and a second, locked, position wherein the first locking tab is configured to engage the chip rack, a second locking cam adapted to be connected to the cover, the second locking cam having a second locking tab rotatable between a first, unlocked, position and a second, locked, position wherein the second locking tab is configured to engage the chip rack, and a linkage member connecting the first locking cam to the second locking cam and adapted to cause the second locking cam to move in tandem with the first locking cam upon movement of the first locking cam.