Gambling Legality in Ohio

OH · Last updated 2026-07-15

Sports Betting

Legal

Legal since 2023. Online and retail. OCCC oversees licensing.

Available Operators

DraftKings FanDuel BetMGM Caesars ESPN BET

iCasino

Pending

HB 283 under review by Casino Control Commission.

Online Poker

Pending

Included in HB 283 iGaming review.

Sweepstakes Casino

Legal

Sweepstakes casinos operate legally.

Available Operators

Stake.us Chumba Casino McLuck WOW Vegas Pulsz

DFS Classic

Legal

Classic DFS regulated under 2016 legislation.

Available Operators

DraftKings FanDuel

DFS Pick'em

Legal

Pick'em DFS platforms available. OCCC reviewing classification.

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 injunction (Mar. 2026), ruling sports event contracts are not swaps; the state moved to fine Kalshi $5M for unlicensed sports gaming. Kalshi is contesting the fine in state court. Non-sports contracts are not disputed.

Available Operators

Kalshi

FAQ: Gambling in Ohio

Is sports betting legal in Ohio?

Legal since 2023. Online and retail. OCCC oversees licensing.

Can I play online casino in Ohio?

HB 283 under review by Casino Control Commission.

Is DFS legal in Ohio?

Classic DFS: Classic DFS regulated under 2016 legislation. Pick'em DFS: Pick'em DFS platforms available. OCCC reviewing classification.

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