Utah

Gaming Laws in Utah

According to Utah Code 76-10-1101, illegal gambling is defined as “risking anything of value for a return or risking anything of value upon the outcome of a contest, game, gaming scheme, or gaming device when the return or outcome is based upon an element of chance or is in accord with an agreement or understanding that someone will receive something of value in the event of a certain outcome.” Even “fringe gambling” that covers lotteries and video gaming or electronic devices used for profit are prohibited in the state.

Tribal Casinos

There are no tribal casinos in Utah.

Sports Betting in Utah

Sports betting is not allowed in the state of Utah.

Online Sportsbooks

Utah does not have legal online sportsbooks, or any form of legalized sports betting, for that matter. The state has some of the strictest gambling laws in the U.S., largely due to its conservative stance on gambling influenced by the predominant religious beliefs in the state. Utah's laws explicitly prohibit all forms of gambling, including sports betting, whether online or in-person. This stringent legal environment reflects the state's commitment to maintaining a prohibitionist approach towards gambling activities, making the introduction of online sportsbooks highly unlikely in the near future.

Poker and Casino in Utah

Poker and other casino games of any kind are not allowed in the state of Utah.

Other Gaming Options in Utah

There are no other gaming options in Utah.

Utah Lottery

There is no state lottery in Utah.