This will help in seeing which states have already been preparing:
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This will help in seeing which states have already been preparing:
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- David Purdum
- Ryan Rodenberg
The Supreme Court has issued a ruling in the
New Jersey sports gambling caseand declared that the
Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA)
is unconstitutional, leaving states to decide individually
if they want to offer sports betting.
What does this mean?
Here are the top-level takeaways from your biggest questions about the ruling:
Can I bet on single-game sports with a legal bookmaker in the United States?
Yes, but right now only if you're in Nevada. Be patient, though. That will change quickly. New Jersey expects to be up and running within weeks -- potentially in time for the NBA Finals -- and many more states are likely to follow.
But didn't sports betting just become legal across the U.S.?
The Supreme Court invalidated the federal prohibition on state-sponsored sports betting (PASPA). It is now up to the states to decide for themselves on the issue, in the same way they choose whether to offer lotteries and other forms of gambling. More than a dozen states introduced sports betting legislation early in 2018. Connecticut, Delaware, Mississippi, Pennsylvania and West Virginia join New Jersey as the states furthest along in the process of passing laws to regulate sports betting.
Here is ESPN Chalk's one-stop shop of all relevant content, following the Supreme Court's ruling in favor of New Jersey.
What about if I live in or go to New Jersey?
You will be able to bet with a legal operator at Atlantic City casinos and the state's racetracks as soon as they are ready to go. Monmouth Park racetrack plans to be open for business within weeks of the Supreme Court ruling. Most operators will target football season to be up and running. Stay tuned.
I don't live in Nevada or New Jersey. When can I place a bet on a game?
It's going to depend on how quickly your state, if interested in sports betting, can pass legislation. Some states, such as Delaware and Pennsylvania, are ahead of the game with their legislation, but even those are probably months away from that translating into taking legal bets. And if your state has yet to introduce legislation, it could be quite a while before this happens for you.
Can I bet online and on my phone with a legal bookmaker?
Eventually. The majority of interested states plan to offer online and/or mobile wagering, and industry experts predict most bets will be placed online in the future. In New Jersey, existing brick-and-mortar locations will need some time to obtain software, install apps and establish procedures for the deposits and payouts. The process could take months.
How do the sports leagues feel about legalized sports wagering?
There is a divide among the leagues. The NBA and MLB are spearheading a state-by-state lobbying effort, supporting legislation to legalize sports betting as long as it includes certain stipulations beneficial to the sports leagues. The PGA Tour recently joined the NBA and MLB lobbying coalition, with the MLS and UFC among the other sports leagues that have spoken favorably about legalization. Before the Supreme Court ruling, the NFL, NHL and NCAA had remained mostly quiet on the issue. NCAA president Mark Emmert has openly discussed the potential for a carveout for college sports in any future betting legislation.
What do the NBA and MLB want?
They prefer a consistent set of regulations that provide sports governing bodies with the ability to restrict or prohibit betting on league events; data rights; and a percentage of the amount bet on league events paid by operators.
Will legalization lead to increased match-fixing and point-shaving scandals?
Only time will tell, but proponents -- including the NBA -- believe a legal, heavily regulated market overseen by licensed officials is the better approach to protecting the integrity of sport than the illegal market that has been serving most of the U.S. for the past quarter century.
EDITOR'S PICKS
How close is my state to legalizing sports betting?
The Supreme Court ruled in New Jersey, opening the doors for states to introduce legislation for legalized sports betting. Ryan Rodenberg checks in on where each U.S. state (and Washington, D.C.) stands.
Sports betting bill tracker
The Supreme Court has ruled on New Jersey's sports betting bill and PASPA is unconstitutional. Which other states are pursuing bills to legalize sports betting? Here is a state-by-state tracker.
Full coverage of sports betting legalization
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Like this old peace of shit (Utah Orrin Hatch)
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Legalize weed, check.
Legalize gambling, check.
Prostitution next!Comment -
Not sure this is going to be as great as everyone is making it out to be.Comment -
I'm a conservative Republican and believe in Jesus 2018 and I'm all in favor of less Government and legalizing everything.. People should be allowed to do what they want within the law as long as they aren't hurting others!!
I look at Amsterdam with the legalization of drugs and they have it regulated and under control. That's just one example..
Mostly though I HATE being forced by law to do these things - like wear a seat belt when riding in a car, wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle, sign onto Obamacare or be fined, etc...
Most of these forced mindless regulations were brought into power by Liberals and Democrats. I hate it!!! Freedoms being taken away are the worst!!!
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1) CT still has some negotiating to do with Foxwoods/Mohegan on this matter. They disagree as to the amount of revenues to be shared.
2) Having sports gambling does not automatically mean mobile betting is allowed
3) If sports gambling is legalized and if they allow mobile bets then technically yes, you should be able to drive over state line and place your bets. HOWEVER it is not a perfect technology. Sometimes the nearest cell towers put you in the wrong state. I used to go to Reno every weekend but I could never get the mobile betting to work because the system always thought I was in California (even when I was trying to place the book from within the hotel itself).Comment -
JJ. How f**king stupid can you possibly be? This will kill offshore gaming because there will be no need for it. I seriously doubt that you even have a clue as to what the options the State has are. Do you know? I think it is time to run you out of here. You attract too many idiots in here like yourself.Comment -
jj talking up the off shore books like he's trying to sell you some blue star airline stock
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lol
everyone in Vegas has offshore accounts
VEGAS CANNOT OFFER WHAT OFFSHORE HAS NEVER DID AND NEVER CAN
ROOKIE DAY..not one poster will ever give up their 5 dimes account, stop lying to yourselfComment -
you think they would totally legalize something and continue to allow you to use offshore, doubt it, the offshores could/would just as well stop allowing us customers, theyve done it before, not all allow to this day. when the us legalizes something they are saying its not ok to buy crack, unless its my crack, any others will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law and dont forget net neutralityLast edited by jtoler; 05-14-18, 02:35 PM.Comment -
Sammy the small books going to fold up, get your money out of any of them within 1-2 years
The Big 5 will be fine too big of a credit networkComment -
"If it is permissible under the opinion, full-scale sports gaming could be available at Delaware's casinos before the end of June," Carney said.
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Men why do you think i am in pa???????????Comment -
Offshore betting never will be killed. Regulated soft books will restrict winning players. Asian books for instance don't. So JJ has a point when he says serious bettors need offshore books anyway, no matter how the legal situation in your country/state is.
In UK, France, Spain betting is legalized but regulated books kick you out after a couple of k of winnings. Even regulated locals do. It's for recreational players only. Serious bettors need books like SBO, IBC, Pinnacle because of obvious reasons.Comment -
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We have too many dumb ass people in the US to allow them to do what they want. Which is why I don't mind some type of gun control. Too many dumb asses that shoot themselves in the foot. We have seat belt laws because when a dumb ass doesn't wear one and gets paralyzed because they were drunk or speeding, who do you think has to pay for their injuries and long term health? We all have to pay for the actions of idiots. Sure, everyone should be able to smoke or get high in moderation but dumb asses have no self control, they toke all fukking day and we end up having to save them from themselves. Most laws are to protect dumb asses from themselves. You don't wear a helmet while speeding ends up costing me money.I'm a conservative Republican and believe in Jesus 2018 and I'm all in favor of less Government and legalizing everything.. People should be allowed to do what they want within the law as long as they aren't hurting others!!
I look at Amsterdam with the legalization of drugs and they have it regulated and under control. That's just one example..
Mostly though I HATE being forced by law to do these things - like wear a seat belt when riding in a car, wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle, sign onto Obamacare or be fined, etc...
Most of these forced mindless regulations were brought into power by Liberals and Democrats. I hate it!!! Freedoms being taken away are the worst!!!Comment -
States will offer hamburger bets...
they are only in it for the money.
leagues will also limit.
and taxes.
offshore will gain as the legality is acceptedComment
