Many people are excited about the upcoming NFL season which starts this week. It’s that time of year when sports fans can get excited about the upcoming season. However, for those who love betting, it’s a different matter. Many states in America have sports betting laws that limit where you can bet and what you can bet on. There are 33 states where you can bet on sports with restrictions and 11 states where it is completely illegal. Below, we’ll discuss the legal situation surrounding sports betting in each state.
Alabama
In Alabama, all sports betting is illegal. However, the law allows some exceptions for educational institutions. It is also legal for state-run parks to accept and process bets. If you’re looking to place a bet on sports in Alabama, there are no legal options available. However, you can find a bookie that will gladly accept your wager and handle all the legal stuff for you. It is not a wise decision to bet on sports in Alabama regardless of what you might think. There are many risks involved and nothing is guaranteed. That’s why you should never bet on sports in a state where it’s not legal.
Arizona
In Arizona, all sports betting, except for certain games, is illegal. The state lets you legally bet on those games if you’re attending one of the schools or stadiums that is affiliated with one of the four major sports leagues (NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL). You can place bets on all other games during the regular season, but it’s still considered illegal activity. If you’re looking to place a wager on a game in Arizona, you’ll need to find a bookie that is willing to accept your wager and is legally allowed to do so. Most of them will not want to take the risk of getting in trouble so it’s best to avoid betting in Arizona if at all possible.
Arkansas
In Arkansas, all sports betting, with some exceptions, is illegal. One of the exceptions is if the game is a college or high school football or basketball game where you can bet on the winning team. You can also bet on horse racing and dog racing as long as the odds are established. The problem is there are just not that many legal bookies that will take your wagers. The sport of boxing is also legalized for profit in Arkansas, but you’ll need to find a reputable boxing establishment that will accept your wagers. If you’re looking to place a wager on a game in Arkansas, it might be best to look elsewhere; there are just not that many legal bookies that will touch that state.
California
In California, all sports betting, with some exceptions, is illegal. It is not allowed unless the game is included in one of the exceptions or if the team participating in the game is from one of the four major professional sports leagues (NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB). If that’s not the case, the bookie will generally look at your account and decide whether or not to take your bet. The law doesn’t make it easy to place a bet on sports in California. There are simply not that many legal sportsbooks. If you’re looking to place a wager on a game in California, it might be best to look elsewhere. The exceptions don’t apply to everyone so if that’s not an option for you, then it’s probably best to avoid betting in Cali.
Colorado
In Colorado, all sports betting, with some exceptions, is illegal. You can place bets on the Super Bowl, the Kentucky Derby, the Masters, and the NCAA men’s basketball tournament. It is not legal to place bets on any college or high school sports games. The problem is, not that many places in Colorado will accept your wager. The exceptions are for the major sports leagues (MLB, NHL, NBA, and NFL) as well as for certain horse races. It’s not easy to find a bookie that will take your wager. Colorado is known for its gambling problems and many people avoid betting there. If you’re looking to place a wager on a game in Colorado, it might be best to look elsewhere. However, the exceptions for the major sports leagues and for the horse races might make it worth a try.
Connecticut
In Connecticut, all sports betting, with some exceptions, is illegal. One of the exceptions is if the game is a college football or basketball game where you can bet on the winning team. You can also bet on the Super Bowl, the Kentucky Derby, and the Masters. If that’s not the case, the bookie will generally look at your account and decide whether or not to take your bet. The problem is there aren’t that many legal sportsbooks. If you’re looking to place a wager on a game in Connecticut, it might be best to look elsewhere. However, if you’re a fan of a particular professional sports team, you might be able to get some money back if your team wins. That’s what makes Connecticut a little bit different than the rest of the states. It’s not always easy to find a bookie that will take your wager, but if you’re a fan of a team, you might find somebody that will give you the chance to win some money back if your team wins.
Delaware
In Delaware, all sports betting, with some exceptions, is illegal. One of the exceptions is if the game is a college or high school football or basketball game where you can bet on the winning team. You can also bet on the Super Bowl, the Kentucky Derby, and the Masters. If that’s not the case, the bookie will generally look at your account and decide whether or not to take your bet. The problem is there aren’t that many legal sportsbooks. If you’re looking to place a wager on a game in Delaware, it might be best to look elsewhere. However, if you’re a fan of a particular team, you might be able to get some money back if your team wins. That’s what makes Delaware a little bit different than the rest of the states. It’s not always easy to find a bookie that will take your wager, but if you’re a fan of a team, you might find somebody that will give you the chance to win some money back if your team wins.
Florida
In Florida, all sports betting, with some exceptions, is illegal. One of the exceptions is the NCAA college basketball tournament. If that’s not the case, the bookie will generally look at your account and decide whether or not to take your bet. The problem is there aren’t that many legal sportsbooks. If you’re looking to place a wager on a game in Florida, it might be best to look elsewhere. However, if you’re a fan of a particular sports team, you might be able to get some money back if your team wins. That’s what makes Florida a little bit different than the rest of the states. It’s not always easy to find a bookie that will take your wager, but if you’re a fan of a team, you might find somebody that will give you the chance to win some money if your team wins.
Hawaii
In Hawaii, all sports betting, with some exceptions, is illegal. One of the exceptions is if the game is a college or high school football or basketball game where you can bet on the winning team. You can also bet on the Super Bowl, the Kentucky Derby, and the Masters. If that’s not the case, the bookie will generally look at your account and decide whether or not to take your bet. The problem is there aren’t that many legal sportsbooks. If you’re looking to place a wager on a game in Hawaii, it might be best to look elsewhere. However, if you’re a fan of a particular sports team, you might be able to get some money back if your team wins. That’s what makes Hawaii a little bit different than the rest of the states. It’s not always easy to find a bookie that will take your wager, but if you’re a fan of a team, you might find somebody that will give you the chance to win some money if your team wins.