When Is Online Gambling Legal in Massachusetts?
Bay State residents currently have numerous legal gambling options available to them, including sports betting, daily fantasy sports (DFS), horse racing, online poker and the Massachusetts State Lottery. There may be certain limitations or restrictions placed upon how and where people may gamble so it's essential that before placing bets you learn all relevant regulations and rules. MA has a legal gambling age of 21; however, bettors aged 18 can place bets on horse races, the lottery and charity gambling games. Massachusetts offers a Responsible Gaming Framework to assist with managing gambling habits and prevent problem gambling, while The Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling offers counseling and support for gamblers experiencing issues with compulsive gambling. Furthermore, their Public Health Trust Fund dedicates between $15-20 Million each year towards programs dedicated to research, prevention and treatment of problem gambling. Sports betting first launched in Massachusetts in March 2023 with six legal sportsbooks operating both online and in person, providing full lists…
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