State Guide

Online Betting in California

Your complete guide to legal online gambling options in California. See the sportsbooks, online casinos and sweepstakes casinos available to you.

Gambling Laws in California

Minimum Age Requirements

Each state sets its own minimum age for sports betting and casino play: 21 in most states, 18 in a few. Sweeps casinos set their own age limits. Check each operator's terms before you sign up.

Responsible Gambling

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the National Council on Problem Gambling helpline at 1-800-522-4700 for confidential support.

California Betting Details

California, home to 39,538,223 residents, has its own rules for sports betting, online casinos, and sweeps casinos. Here's what you need to know before you play.

Sports Betting

Not currently legal.

Ballot measures failed in 2022

Online Casino

Legal in limited form.

Tribal casinos only