🎲 FanDuel Legal States: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding the Legal Landscape
The legality of FanDuel varies across the United States due to differing state laws. It's important to distinguish between daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting, as states may have different regulations for each.
Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS)
Daily fantasy sports involve creating a virtual team of real-life players and competing based on their statistical performance in actual games. DFS is considered a game of skill, which has allowed it to be legal in more states compared to traditional sports betting.
Sports Betting
Sports betting involves wagering on the outcome of sports events. The legality of sports betting was significantly impacted by the 2018 Supreme Court decision in Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association, which allowed states to legalize sports betting at their discretion.
States with Legal FanDuel Sportsbook 📱
- Arizona
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Louisiana
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- New Jersey
- New York
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Tennessee
- Virginia
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
States with Explicit DFS Legalization
- Arkansas: Passed a law allowing DFS
- Delaware: Allows DFS under certain conditions
- Maine: Allows DFS
- Maryland: Voters approved DFS through a referendum
- Mississippi: Allows DFS
- Missouri: Passed a law legalizing DFS
- New Hampshire: Regulated DFS
- Oklahoma: Allows DFS
- Oregon: Does not prohibit DFS
- Rhode Island: Allows DFS
- Texas: While there have been legal debates, FanDuel operates in the state
- Vermont: Allows DFS
🚫 Restricted States
Some states have restrictions or outright bans on DFS and sports betting:
- Idaho
- Montana
- Nevada
- Washington
- Hawaii
Key Requirements for Betting ✅
To place bets on FanDuel, users must:
- Be physically located within a state where FanDuel is legal
- Be at least 21 years old (18 in some jurisdictions)
- Pass identity verification
- Enable location services on their device
Geolocation Technology
FanDuel uses sophisticated geolocation technology to ensure users are betting from legal jurisdictions. This system, powered by GeoComply, must be enabled to place wagers.
Responsible Gaming
FanDuel promotes responsible gaming through various tools and resources, including:
- Deposit limits
- Betting limits
- Time limits
- Self-exclusion options
- Access to problem gambling resources
For assistance with problem gambling, contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-522-4700.
🔄 Staying Updated
The legal landscape for DFS and sports betting is continually evolving. Stay informed about the latest developments through websites like Legal Sports Report, PlayUSA, and the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult legal professionals or official state resources for specific legal guidance.