Gambling Legality in Maryland

MD · Last updated 2026-07-15

Sports Betting

Legal

Legal since 2022. Online and retail at casinos and racetracks.

Available Operators

DraftKings FanDuel BetMGM Caesars ESPN BET Fanatics

iCasino

Pending

SB 0728 study commission reviewing iGaming.

Online Poker

Pending

Included in iGaming study commission scope.

Sweepstakes Casino

Legal

Sweepstakes casinos operate legally.

Available Operators

Stake.us Chumba Casino McLuck WOW Vegas Pulsz

DFS Classic

Legal

Classic DFS regulated under 2012 legislation.

Available Operators

DraftKings FanDuel

DFS Pick'em

Legal

Pick'em DFS platforms available.

Available Operators

PrizePicks Underdog Fantasy

Lottery Courier

Legal

Lottery courier services available.

Available Operators

Jackpocket

Prediction Markets

Not Legal

Restricted (sports contracts only): a federal court denied Kalshi's request for injunctive relief (Aug. 2025), leaving the state free to treat sports event contracts as unlicensed betting while a Fourth Circuit appeal proceeds. Non-sports contracts are not disputed.

Available Operators

Kalshi

FAQ: Gambling in Maryland

Is sports betting legal in Maryland?

Legal since 2022. Online and retail at casinos and racetracks.

Can I play online casino in Maryland?

SB 0728 study commission reviewing iGaming.

Is DFS legal in Maryland?

Classic DFS: Classic DFS regulated under 2012 legislation. Pick'em DFS: Pick'em DFS platforms available.

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