INSIDECASINO.USWhat does Colorado law say about online casinos?
Voters approved limited gaming in 1990, and the Colorado Limited Gaming Act sets the rules in Title 44, Article 30 of the state's statutes. Limited gaming is allowed only in the three named towns, and Colorado is not among the seven states with online casinos.
Who regulates gambling in Colorado?
The Colorado Division of Gaming regulates limited gaming in Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek.
Are offshore casinos legal in Colorado?
Offshore casinos hold no Colorado license, so no Colorado agency checks their games, payouts or complaints.
Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Colorado?
We found no Colorado law that names online sweepstakes casinos, and a tracker shows no state enforcement. A 2014 Attorney General opinion found sweepstakes at internet cafes subject to Colorado's gambling laws, but it did not address today's online sites.
Are there land-based casinos in Colorado?
Yes. Colorado's commercial casinos are in Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek.
What are the rules in another state?
Each state sets its own online casino rules. Pick a state to see its status, its regulator and the date we last checked it.
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Sources
At least one fact on this page comes from an official source or a law firm analysis. Other facts rely on the reporting listed here. How we research.
- Colorado Division of Gaming: 2024 gaming report
- Colorado Attorney General Opinion 14-03
- American Gaming Association: State of the States 2026
- Lines.com: sweepstakes casino status by state, updated October 26, 2026