After New Jersey's Supreme Court victory in May 2018, any state that wishes can legalize sports betting.
- Legislative Tracker: Sports Betting States can now legalize sports betting if they choose after the US Supreme Court struck down the federal ban in 2018. Interest in the legalization of sports betting has been ramping up in the US recent years, even prior to that decision. 2021 sports betting bills.
- Online sports betting is legal in the United States, and it is fully regulated in a few states so far (i.e. Nevada, New Jersey, West Virginia). This aspect is naturally taking longer to roll out than most states’ brick-and-mortar sports betting ventures.
At the same time various state lawmakers are considering sports betting legislation, Congress is too. Senators Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and now-retired Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, co-introduced comprehensive sports betting legislation at the end of 2018. On Sept. 27, 2018 the House Judiciary Committee held a formal hearing on the topic.
The dual track of proposals -- state and federal -- have increased in frequency since the start of 2017.
To measure the change in the landscape, we ranked all 50 states and the District of Columbia in terms of how likely it is for each jurisdiction to offer full-scale legal sports betting. A brief synopsis for the active states is included, with updates to follow.
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1. Nevada
No longer the only state to permit a wide variety of legal sports betting, Nevada is a mature market that has existed for decades. Given its long history in successfully offering regulated sports wagering, many states might look to Nevada for best practices.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: None
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 223
Population: 3,034,392 (2,246,259 21+)
2. Delaware
On June 5, 2018, Delaware moved to offer single-game betting on a number of different sports at three casinos in the state. Expanded sports wagering options could take place at additional locations or online. Delaware's authorization of what Gov. John Carney described as 'a full-scale sports gaming operation' happened less than a month after the Supreme Court ruled that the federal law restricting single-game betting to Nevada was unconstitutional.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person
Notable prohibitions: No betting on games involving in-state college teams
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 3
Population: 967,171 (726,161 21+)
3. New Jersey
On June 11, 2018, Gov. Phil Murphy signed the sports betting bill that had passed the previous week. A William Hill sportsbook at Monmouth Park took the first bets on Thursday, June 14 at 10:30 a.m. ET. Gov. Murphy was the first customer in line. The Borgata in Atlantic City booked sports bets 30 minutes later. Other sportsbooks in New Jersey opened soon thereafter. For example, FanDuel's first sportsbook at the Meadowlands opened its doors on July 14.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: No betting on games involving in-state college teams and collegiate events held within the state
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 9
Population: 8,908,520 (6,634,683 21+)
4. Mississippi
Two casinos owned by MGM Resorts booked their first sports bets in Mississippi on Aug. 1, 2018. Mississippi enacted a new law in 2017 that allowed for sports betting pending a favorable decision by the Supreme Court. In June 2018, the Mississippi Gaming Commission adopted implementing regulations that require all betting to take place in person, with mobile wagering to be considered later.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person
Notable prohibitions: None
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 29
Population: 2,986,530 (2,153,795 21+)
5. West Virginia
On Aug. 30, 2018, West Virginia became the fifth state to offer legal and regulated sports betting when the Hollywood Casino -- a sportsbook owned by Penn National -- opened its doors. The move came six months after the West Virginia legislature passed a new bill with the West Virginia Lottery Commission serving as the chief regulator.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: None
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 5
Population: 1,805,832 (1,375,788 21+)
6. New Mexico
On Oct. 16, 2018, the Santa Ana Star Casino & Hotel booked its first sports bet in partnership with Nevada-based USBookmaking. Although New Mexico has not passed any new sports betting legislation since the Supreme Court's decision, the move by the Santa Ana Star Casino & Hotel was made via a gaming compact with the state. According to Nedra Darling, spokeswoman at the Department of the Interior's Office of Indian Affairs -- the federal agency in Washington, DC that oversees tribal gaming compacts -- the New Mexico compacts permit 'any or all forms of Class III Gaming,' a category in the federal regulations that specifically includes '[a]ny sports betting and pari-mutuel wagering.'
Type of wagering permitted: In-person
Notable prohibitions: No betting on games involving in-state college teams
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 32
Population: 2,095,428 (1,529,540 21+)
7. Pennsylvania
The Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course booked the first legal sports bets in Pennsylvania in mid-November 2018. The move came just over a year after Gov. Tom Wolf signed a new sports betting bill as part of a broad legislation push that included online poker and DFS. The October 2017 bill became effective after the Supreme Court's May 2018 ruling upending the federal ban on single-game betting outside of Nevada.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: None
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 12
Population: 12,807,060 (9,645,705 21+)
8. Rhode Island
The Twin River Casino in Lincoln opened its doors for legal sports betting on Nov. 26, 2018. The move came five months after Gov. Gina Raimondo signed the state budget, which included language allowing sports betting. Only two locations would be allowed to offer sports betting under the law, with the state's lottery providing regulatory oversight. In early 2019, the law was tweaked to provide for mobile betting.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: No betting on games involving in-state college teams
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 2
Population: 1,057,315 (800,838 21+)
9. Arkansas
On July 1, 2019, the Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort booked the first legal sports bets in Arkansas. Two other retail locations opened sportsbooks in the subsequent months. Sports betting is regulated by the Arkansas Racing Commission.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person
Notable prohibitions: No betting on games involving in-state college teams
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 3
Population: 3,013,825 (2,191,256 21+)
10. New York
On July 16, 2019, the first legal sports bets were placed in New York. J. Gary Pretlow -- a New York lawmaker and chair of the state's racing and wagering committee -- was among the first to place a wager at the Rivers Casino in Schenectady. The opening of a legal sportsbook came six years after New York passed a law to allow sports betting at four on-site locations, all in upstate New York. After lying dormant for years, the law was revived after the Supreme Court ruling in 2018 and the issuance of regulations earlier this year. The current law does not allow for mobile wagering.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person
Notable prohibitions: No betting on games involving in-state college teams
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 28
Population: 19,542,209 (14,724,807 21+)
11. Iowa
Legal sports betting arrived in Iowa on Aug. 15, with multiple operators all opening their doors to customers on the first day. The move came three months after Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed into a law a comprehensive bill to legalize sports betting in the Hawkeye State. Operators must pay a $45,000 licensing fee and there is a 6.75 percent tax on revenue. The new law permits mobile wagering. Betting on college sports is permitted, but certain kinds of in-game prop bets involving college games are banned. The new law bestows the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission with authority to regulate sports betting.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: No prop betting on in-state college athletics
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 23
Population: 3,156,145 (2,286,374 21+)
12. Oregon
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Legal sports betting returned to Oregon on Aug. 27 after a long hiatus, with the first bets booked on-site at the Chinook Winds Casino Resort in Lincoln City. Oregon is one of a small number of states that already had a law on the books permitting some forms of sports betting, so the resumption of wagering did not require the legislature to pass any new law or have the governor amend an existing tribal-state compact. In mid-October, mobile sports betting arrived in Oregon too, with the state-run lottery overseeing the launch of a new website and app.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: None at the Chinook Winds Casino Resort, but sportsbook operated by the Oregon Lottery does not permit betting on games involving in-state colleges
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 10
Population: 4,190,713 (3,167,912 21+)
13. Indiana
Legal sports betting opened up at a number of locations in Indiana on Sept. 1. The Indiana Gaming Commission oversees all sports betting regulations and has issued licenses to operators across the state. Wagering on both college and pro sports is permitted, but betting on esports and high school sports is banned. Indiana's new law allows for both mobile and in-person wagering. Regulations permit sports leagues or colleges to request 'to utilize a geofence to prohibit wagers at the location of a particular sporting event.'
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: No prop betting on in-state college athletics
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 14
Population: 6,691,878 (4,842,337 21+)
14. New Hampshire
Governor Chris Sununo placed the ceremonial first legal sports wager -- on the New England Patriots -- in New Hampshire on Dec. 30, 2019. The state's lottery is in charge of regulatory of regulatory oversight. Both retail and mobile sports betting will be permitted on a wide variety of sports, although no betting on New Hampshire's in-state colleges is allowed.
Type of wagering permitted: Mobile
Notable prohibitions: No betting on in-state colleges
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 0
Population: 1,356,458 (1,042,882 21+)
15. Illinois
Legal sports betting arrived in Illinois on March 9, 2020. The move came less than a year after the Illinois legislature passed a broad gaming bill that allowed for both online and in-person sports betting. With Governor J.B. Pritzker's signature, the new law also provided for betting on-location at venues such as Wrigley Field. Operators and certain data providers are required to obtain a license under the new law.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: No wagering on minor leagues or Illinois college teams
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 10
Population: 12,741,080 (9,391,158 21+)
16. Michigan
Legal sports betting in Michigan commenced on March 11, 2020, with two Detroit-area casinos launching on the same day. The move came less than three months after Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the 'Lawful Sports Betting Act' into law. The new law provides for wagering on a wide variety of sports, including college contests.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: None
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 27
Population: 9.995,915 (7,428,72721+)
17. Montana
Legal sports betting arrived in Montana in March 2020. The move came after Governor Steve Bullock formally signed into law a 28-page bill that brought sports wagering to Big Sky country via the state's lottery. Governor Bullock cited the Montana Lottery's 'proven track record of responsibility and integrity' when signing the bill.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person
Notable prohibitions: None
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 13
Population: 1,062,305 (793,151 21+)
18. Colorado
May 1, 2020 marked the launch of legal sports betting in Colorado, with multiple operators allowing residents to open accounts online and place wagers. The move came less than six months after Colorado voters -- by a narrow margin -- approved a ballot measure that would provide 'for the regulation of sports betting through licensed casinos.' Both mobile and retail sports betting are permitted. Tax revenue from sports betting will help fund various state water projects.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions: None
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019): 35
Population: 5,695,564 (4,210,663.00 21+)
19. Washington, D.C.
In June 2020, the D.C. Lottery launched its 'GameBetDC' platform allowing consumers 'to wager while in the District on major sports worldwide' via computer or mobile device. Sports betting in nation's capital followed the passage of the Sports Wagering Lottery Amendment Act of 2018 and a Congressional review period during which time Congress did not formally object. The Office of Lottery and Gaming provides regulatory oversight of all sports wagering in D.C.
Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile
Notable prohibitions:No betting on games involving colleges located in D.C.
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019):None
Population: 705,749
20. Tennessee
Regulated sports wagering -- all online -- launched on November 1, 2020 in Tennessee with four licensed operators offering a wide variety of options. The 'Tennessee Sports Gaming Act' permits statewide mobile sports betting without any brick-and-mortar anchor. As such, there are no in-person retail sports betting locations in the state. Subject to an exception, Tennessee's new law requires all licensed operators to 'exclusively use official league data for purposes of live betting.'
Type of wagering permitted: Mobile only
Notable prohibitions:None
Number of casinos (as of Dec. 31, 2019):None
Population: 6,829,174
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21. North Carolina
On July 26, 2019, Governor Roy Cooper signed into a law a bill to 'allow sports and horse race wagering on tribal lands,' with such betting designated as a 'Class III' gaming activity under the state compact. The new law permits betting on both college and professional sports, but all bettors must place their wagers in-person at one of two retail locations.
22. Washington
Governor Jay Inslee signed Washington's sports betting bill into law on March 25, 2020. The new law permits sports wagering at Class III tribal casinos in the state. Mobile sports wagering is not allowed statewide, but is permitted when on-site at a licensed tribal casino. Betting on an 'esports competition or event' is allowed, but the new law bans wagering on games involving in-state colleges or minor league professional events. The new bill delegates regulatory oversight to the Washington State Gambling Commission.
23. Virginia
After some back-and-forth between Governor Ralph Northam and the legislature, legalized sports wagering was approved in the Commonwealth of Virginia in April 2020. Online betting is allowed, but wagering is not permitted on Virginia-based college sports or certain youth sports.
24. Maryland
In November 2020, Maryland voters approved 'sports and events betting for the primary purpose of raising revenue for education' by about a 2-1 margin. A regulatory framework must be created by Maryland lawmakers before any sports wagering takes place. The Maryland referendum would potentially allow for both in-person and mobile sports betting throughout the state.
25. South Dakota
On November 3, 2020, voters in South Dakota approved a ballot measure permitting 'sports wagering in Deadwood.' Other tribal locations in South Dakota could see the arrival of regulated sports betting too. State lawmakers must now establish a regulatory apparatus and tax rate for legalized sports wagering.
26. Louisiana
In November 2020, voters in the vast majority of Louisiana's 64 parishes approved a ballot measure permitting 'sports wagering activities and operations.' As a result, regulated sports wagering could come to New Orleans and certain other cities as early as 2021. Lawmakers will be tasked with setting up a regulatory scheme during an upcoming state legislative session.
Moving toward legalization
All of these states have seen some degree of legislative activity towards the legalization of sports betting the past few years.
27. Oklahoma
In April 2020, two federally-recognized tribes reached agreement with Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt on new gaming compacts that include sports betting. On June 8, 2020, Governor Stitt announced that the Department of the Interior had approved the compacts, paving the way for sports betting to start in Oklahoma as soon as the 'compacts are published in the Federal Register.' A bipartisan group of state lawmakers, along with Oklahoma's attorney general, have expressed opposition to the expansion of sports betting in Oklahoma and the prospect of legalized sports wagering remains uncertain.
28. Maine
On the last day of the state's 2019 legislative session -- June 19 -- Maine lawmakers passed 'An Act to Ensure Proper Oversight of Sports Betting in the State.' Shortly thereafter, the governor vetoed the bill. The legislature could re-introduce the bill later.
29. Nebraska
On November 3, 2020, Nebraska voters approved certain amendments to its state constitution legalizing 'all games of chance.' If the new constitutional amendments are construed to include wagering on sporting events, legalized sports betting could arrive in Nebraska upon the establishment of certain regulations.
30. Connecticut
31. Kentucky
32. Massachusetts
33. Minnesota
34. Missouri
35. Kansas
36. South Carolina
37. California
39. Ohio
40. Arizona
41. Hawaii
42. Texas
43. Georgia
44. Vermont
45. Alabama
46. Florida
47. Alaska
48. Wyoming
No legalization activity ... yet
49-50. Idaho and Wisconsin
These states have not had any publicly-announced bills devoted to sports betting legalization.
Unlikely
51. Utah
Utah's anti-gambling stance is written into the state's constitution. Any change to existing state policy toward gambling would be a massive departure from decades of opposition to any form of gambling, including lottery tickets, table games and sports betting.
Bettors looking for legal USA sportsbooks will be happy to know that there are many of them out there to join. There are certainly a range of these online sportsbooks, and it's important to know that some are better than others. That is what we try to stress on this page, but don't worry, we give you the top sports betting sites that are legal for U.S. players, on this page. This differing quality has placed added importance on research and reviews of online sportsbooks, considering the fact that there are some out there that have the potential to lack in some of the important aspects. However, for those of you prospective online sports bettors, there is good news.
There are a number of online sportsbooks in the industry that are very high quality, with a reputation based on a solid foundation and a history of excellent service. And what's more, is that these online sportsbooks are legal for U.S. bettors, and allow USA players to sign up and create accounts at their site.
Here at LegalUSASportsbooks.com, our goal is two fold. First, we want to provide you with accurate information about the legal status of online sports betting in the United States. Second, we want to provide you with the best of the sportsbooks that are legally open to USA players.
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Bovada is one of the leading names in legal online sports betting for U.S. players. No other online gambling site provides players with the quality found through Bovada. They accepts USA players and makes the signup process simple. It's important to note though that there are three states not accepted at the sportsbook. They are Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and Nevada. The legal age to place a wager at Bovada is 18 years old, but U.S. players must also comply with state gambling laws.
Players will first be captivated by the extensive and comprehensive list of betting lines, for which they can preview all that are offered before creating an account. Creating an account implies the input of basic information, and within in minutes the process is complete.
As we said before, Bovada has one of the most extensive sportsbooks available, covering a huge number of sports and an even greater number of betting types. Bovada has become one of the most famous of all legal USA online sportsbooks, and they are easily one of our top choices.
Their commitment to their players begins with a free 50% to $250 match bonus on a first deposit. They will let you accept this bonus through both of their deposit methods, which are a Visa card deposit or a Rapid Transfer.
As a resident in the United States you have several great online sportsbook options that are legal. BetOnline Sportsbook is one of those legal sportsbooks, and they make sure that their players are very satisfied. When a player visits the site, they can browse and review the betting lines that are offered. If they choose to create an account, the 'join now' option is offered at the top of the screen.
Don't worry, it's not an extensive process to create a BetOnline account, and once you do, you will be granted complete access to the site fully capable to place a wager. The site has no short supply of special features, including betting trends, information on wager types, how to place a bet, and more.
There is a wide selection of U.S. legal deposit methods to fund your BetOnline account as a USA player as well. Credit cards are often popular to use, and the site accepts Visa and American Express. But it's not all plastic, as there is also the option of a wire transfer, and money orders, and cashier's check.
Legal online sports betting for players located in the United States can be done at SportsBetting.ag. Players in all 50 states can visit SportsBetting.ag and sign up for an account right from the main screen on the homepage. Players must meet the gambling age stipulated on site, which is 18 years old to legally place a wager. State gambling age laws also come into play as well, as players need to meet the age required by their state as well.
As far as what you can find at SportsBetting.ag, the 'join now' link on the home screen will take you to the portal where you create your login information, password, and other basic information to verify who you are. From there, you're account will be affirmed, and you can make all kinds of wagers spanning hundreds of betting lines available at this sportsbook.
SportsBetting.ag offers betting lines for bettors will all types of interest, whether it's football, baseball, basketball, hockey, golf, or many others. Not only that, there are plenty more wagering options than straight bets. Wager types include parlays, if-bets, teasers, pleasers, and round robins. SportsBetting.ag encourages players to place wagers how they want.
To fund an account at SportsBetting.ag, a Visa or American Express card can be used. There is also a wire transfer option, and for those who can do neither of those, there is a money order or cashier's check that can be accepted.
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Mobile Sports Betting - Bet On Any Mobile Device
One of the best features of a great legal USA sportsbook is mobile betting. With this handy feature, you’ll never have to miss a bet ever again. Now you can bet anywhere and anytime from your iphone , android, or smartphone. It’s the perfect feature for the modern bettor who’s always on the move. You can bet on futures, props, betting lines, and more. One nice thing about mobile betting is you don’t have to download any extra apps. Mobile betting is the easiest and most convenient way to bet.
Live In Game Sports Betting - Bet Every Commercial
For the best interactive betting experience, try live in-game betting. This cutting-edge feature allows you to bet on the game as you watch it unfold in real-time. You can bet on individual plays if you want. You can view the action from multiple angles, side-by-side if you like. It’s all up to you, because you control the action. You can use live in-game betting from your computer or your mobile device. At any time during the game, you can see a list of current events to bet on as well as a list of upcoming events. With live betting, you’ll feel like you’re a part of the action.
Reduced Juice - Save Money On Juice
If you are a consistent bettor, reduced juice is just the thing for you! Juice, also called vigorish, means is the amount of interest a sportsbook or bookmaker collects on a bet. The average juice is usually around 10 percent. To put that in concrete terms, if the odds are -110, that means you would have to risk $110 to win $100. The juice is $10 of the $110 you risked to win $100. With reduced juice, you’re saving money on the vigorish. Some sites offer reduced juice as low as -105, which means you’re saving 50% on the juice. If you bet regularly, this reduced juice certainly adds up.
Buying Points - Make The Spread What You Want
Some of the best legal online sportsbooks for US players will let you buy points. This affects the point spread. The point spread gives points to an underdog team and subtracts points from a favorite team. The wider the point spread, the better the outcome for the underdog and the worse the outcome for the favorite. Buying points allows a player to widen or shorten the spread. So if a player really wants the underdog team to win, they can buy points to make the spread wider. Each point that is given to the underdog team is subtracted from the favorite. Bookmakers do this to even out the bets. In other words, without a point spread, no one would ever bet on the underdog team. The point spread evens the playing field.
Other Things To Know... The Legality Of Betting
We've gone ahead and shown you which online sportsbooks are legal and that are also the best ones for USA players but now let us tell you a little about why you are allowed to use them. We're going to dig right in with the big question:
Is Sports Betting Online Legal In The United States?
The legality of online sports betting is a complex question to answer. This problem is made difficult because of the lack of clear legal language relating to online gambling. There are a few pieces of legislation that have been written about, or adapted to online gambling, for which sports betting is certainly a part of.
The Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act has been established in order to prevent financial transactions related to online gambling, but this has not made it illegal to actually gamble online. It makes it illegal for businesses operating gambling sites to process transactions for betting.
The Wire Act of 1961 has been used to prosecute those who would actually operate an online sportsbook in the U.S., similar to the UIGEA. This law was established long before the Internet was even theorized, but like the UIGEA, it does not go after a player. A recent 2011 Fifth Circuit Court Of Appeals ruling did say that the Wire Act applies only to sports betting, but again, it applies to the transaction process of a bet, versus the actual act of placing a bet by the individual bettor.
As such, betting sports online at offshore account that accepts USA players is legal to do. There is no federal law against placing an online bet at one of these sites.
Each State Is Different, Know The Laws Surrounding Online Sports Betting
One thing you will want to keep in mind is that each state has its own set of laws, especially pertaining to gambling. Online gambling laws are not commonly drafted. In fact, only nine states have laws covering online gambling. These states are Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wisconsin.
South Dakota's laws seem to only pertain to the operator of a gambling site, but this does not necessarily mean what you are doing is going to be legal. If you are truly concerned, we advise that you speak with an attorney in your state. We are not experts on the local state laws, and always suggest that it is a smart idea to address specific state questions at your local government or legal department.
Regardless of what misconceptions surround online gambling, know that you will have no issues joining these online gambling sites, provided that they accept USA players. The legal sportsbooks for US players accept residents from almost every corner of the United States. Sport is one of the top forms of entertainment in the United States, and these sportsbooks simply add a level of interactivity to the whole affair. If you are amongst one of the many who want to bet on sports, you have plenty of options to take at your fingertips.
Legal Age To Join Online Sportsbooks
Legal age restrictions can be found at the online sports betting sites, as well as in the state that a player lives in. The general consensus is that players need to be at least 18 years old to play at these online sports betting sites for USA players, but also must meet the online gambling age in the state. Online sportsbooks don't want the player to get into trouble on the off chance that they are caught gambling underage in their state, so it is important to abide by the highest age set down. In many states across the U.S that age is 21, but it can also be 18 years of age.
Is It Safe For USA Players To Bet Online? Will I Go To Jail For Online Betting?
Sports betting sites that are legal for American players are not 100 percent guaranteed to be safe, and there are certainly sites that are better than the others. What can be guaranteed is that these online sportsbooks we review on this site are the best in the industry, and some that we play at personally as well. They excel in the most important aspects and makeup of an online betting site. They do operate offshore, but are a legal sports betting option.
As a result, jail time, or any arrest for playing at these online sports betting sites is extremely unlikely. The sites are outside of the jurisdiction of federal law in the U.S. The U.S. federal laws pertain to the operation of an online gambling site. More specifically, they target the ways in which gambling sites in the U.S. process transactions. If you are running a gambling site in the U.S., you could have problems. But if you are a bettor placing wagers at these sites we have reviewed on this page, you should not run into any legal trouble.
Depositing Into Legal Sportsbooks For U.S. Players
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Credit Cards like Visa, American Express, and MasterCard are commonly found as accepted deposit methods for online sportsbooks. And while most of the time they will work, there is the off-chance they might not. This is because the online gambling transaction seen by the bank backing the card might not allow it to be processed. This stems from the federal legislation in place for online gambling, i.e the UIGEA. In many cases a credit card is able to go through, we just simply wanted to give reference as to some situations it may not, and why. The convenience of credit cards is this method's biggest appeal, and a reason it is very popular.
As for other legal depositing methods, there can be wire transfers, money orders, and cashier's checks that are offered. Western Union is a popular wire transfer company that allows bettors to fund their accounts, and to do so very quickly. For money orders and cashier's checks, the process to send to an online sportsbook is consistent with that of any money order sent. Once received, it will be processed and funded to the player's account.
Getting Money Out Of Online Sportsbooks - Payouts
Legal questions for payouts at an online sportsbook can be put at ease, as there are no problems receiving them, or any laws that are broken for doing so. Withdrawals from online sportsbooks could be the same, or differ from deposit methods offered. Checks through the mail or courier are the most prevalent as online sportsbooks for USA players. These payout methods for online sportsbooks can take anywhere from one to four weeks depending on the method, but they are certainly legal, safe, and reliable.
Oftentimes a wire transfer option will be offered as well, though fees can be associated with this method. And then at some sportsbooks, money orders and cashier's checks are even offered.
American players will always have options to withdraw their money from an account, without having to worry about and legal problems.
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