INSIDECASINO.USWhat does Michigan law say about online casinos?
The Lawful Internet Gaming Act (2019 PA 152) lets the Board license online casinos. Only casinos licensed under the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act and federally authorized tribal casinos in Michigan can apply for an operator license.
Who regulates gambling in Michigan?
The Michigan Gaming Control Board licenses internet gaming operators and publishes a list of those it has licensed. It has repeatedly ordered unlicensed sites to stop.
How do I check if a Michigan online casino is licensed?
- Open the Michigan Gaming Control Board site and find its list of licensed internet gaming operators.
- Match the exact site name and web address.
- If the site is not listed, do not deposit.
Are offshore casinos legal in Michigan?
Offshore casinos hold no Michigan license, so no Michigan agency checks their games, payouts or complaints. The Board says operating an unlicensed gambling service is a felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $100,000, or both.
Are sweepstakes casinos legal in Michigan?
Michigan has no law that names sweepstakes casinos, but a tracker lists them as not legal there because of Board orders, including 33 letters reported on October 8, 2026. We did not read those letters ourselves.
Are there land-based casinos in Michigan?
Yes. Michigan's commercial casinos and federally authorized tribal casinos are the only businesses that can apply for an online license. Sources report Detroit casinos at 21+.
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.
- WILX: Michigan Gaming Control Board authorizes online gaming for January 22
- Michigan Gaming Control Board: order against 15 illegal operators
- Sigma: Michigan online casinos, for age and location rules
- Lines.com: sweepstakes casino status by state, updated October 26, 2026