About West Virginia Sports Betting

West Virginia legalized sports betting in March 2018, but the law did not become active until the Supreme Court of the United States overturned PASPA on May 14, 2018. DraftKings Sportsbook launched its mobile app in West Virginia on Aug 28, 2019. The company has a licensing agreement to operate in the state with Penn National Gaming. To bet with DraftKings Sportsbook in WV, you must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid United States Social Security Number and physically be located within the state.

The West Virginia Lottery Commission oversees the state’s sports betting industry. Laws and regulations regarding sports betting may differ from other states as it’s regulated on a state-by-state basis. Whereas some states prohibit betting on collegiate sports, DraftKings Sportsbook users in West Virginia can bet on collegiate sports teams and events being played in WV.

DraftKings Sportsbook users in West Virginia are able to bet on dozens of American and international sports, with many different ways to get in on the action. The company offers many different ways to get in on the action. Live, in-game betting, and Teasers+ give DraftKings Sportsbook users a unique sports betting experience.