INSIDECASINO.USWhat does Maryland law say about online casinos?
Maryland allows online sports wagering and fantasy competitions but not online casino games. The regulator set out that position in its letters to operators, and it has testified for a sweepstakes ban.
Who regulates gambling in Maryland?
The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency covers casinos, sports wagering and other licensed gaming. Its site includes a page on legal and illegal online gaming.
Are offshore casinos legal in Maryland?
Offshore casinos hold no Maryland license, so no Maryland agency checks their games, payouts or complaints.
Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Maryland?
Maryland has no law that names sweepstakes casinos, because ban bills failed in 2026. The regulator still treats these sites as illegal. Its letters went to 11 operators in January 2025, and VGW received a second round in November 2025 with up to 10 days to shut down.
Are there land-based casinos in Maryland?
Yes. The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency regulates casinos in Maryland and publishes their revenue reports and locations.
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.
- Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency
- SBC Americas: Maryland second order to VGW
- SBC Americas: letters to nearly a dozen operators
- SBC Americas: Maryland Lottery on sweeps
- Lines.com: sweepstakes casino status by state, updated October 26, 2026