COLUMBUS, Ohio — Gov. Mike DeWine said he has a personal interest in enforcing state rules on advertising by gambling companies, in his first comments on the subject since the state’s launch of legal sports betting on Sunday.
DeWine told reporters Tuesday that he has shared his concerns directly with the executive director of the Ohio Casino Control Commission, the government agency that regulates betting in Ohio, as well as several members of the casino control commission’s board.
“The companies that advertise en masse should be aware that they are being closely watched by the Governor and the Casino Control Commission regarding any statements they make,” said DeWine. “We think they have crossed the line at least several times. My message to them is that this will not be tolerated in the state of Ohio.”
DeWine declined to elaborate on what he meant by “multiple occasions.”
But he pointed to the $350,000 fine the casino control commission wants to impose on one company for illegally sending advertisements to underage customers. State regulators said Friday that the company, DraftKings, has mailed about 2,500 ads to people under the age of 21, a group that is not allowed to legally gamble in Ohio.
DraftKings is not the first company to be notified. Barstool Sportsbook was issued a notice of violation for an event on the University of Toledo campus earlier in December. Advertising on or near college campuses is also against the rules.
DeWine also drew attention to the promotions that gambling companies offer, such as providing free bet credits, as part of the competition to attract customers to the new gambling market.
“That’s a pretty clear line they can’t cross,” DeWine said. “I also think they should be very careful, frankly, with the claim of ‘free money and free play’. If you look at the fine print, or try to figure out what it really means, it doesn’t mean what is certainly suggested by the TV commercial.”
DeWine, a Republican, signed into law the bill legalizing sports gambling in Ohio in December 2021. But sports betting didn’t become legal until Sunday, under the January 1, 2023 deadline set by state lawmakers. The state has spent the past year building the program, including developing regulations and licensing operators for mobile and personal sports betting.
Andrew Tobias covers politics and state government for Cleveland.com and The Plain Dealer. Read more of his work here.
State House/Political reporter Jeremy Pelzer contributed to this story
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Can I gamble online in Ohio? Certain types of online gambling are available in Ohio, such as sports betting, horse racing betting, and daily fantasy sports (DFS). The state is fast moving towards offering a much more robust collection of online gaming options. At this time, online casinos and poker are not available to Ohio residents.
Can you mobile bet in Ohio?
Ohio sports betting is coming in 2023! Top mobile sports betting providers such as BetMGM Sportsbook Ohio, DraftKings Sportsbook Ohio, FanDuel Sportsbook Ohio, BetRivers Sportsbook Ohio and Caesars Sportsbook Ohio are all expected to become available.
Can you use DraftKings app in Ohio?
DraftKings does not have a retail sportsbook in Ohio, so currently you cannot bet in person at DraftKings in Buckeye State. See the article : Best in College Sports: Michigan snatches the competition to claim the award for the 2021-22 athletic season. However, the DraftKings app allows any location with internet access to operate as a sportsbook.
Can you play Caesars sportsbook in Ohio?
Requirements for prospective sports bettors in Ohio. This may interest you : How IU football is helping EA Sports prepare for the relaunch of the ‘NCAA Football’ video game. To be eligible for a Caesars Sportsbook account, players must be at least 21 years old and physically located within the state boundaries of the state in which they register.
Which sportsbook can I use in Ohio? Sports betting in Ohio is live and legal, with several online sportsbooks taking bets at midnight on New Year’s Eve. DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars, FanDuel and PointsBet are among the first sports betting sites in Ohio to launch with welcome bonuses and promotions for new users.
Can I use Caesars sportsbook in different states?
No. You must be physically within jurisdiction to play for real money.
Is Caesars legal in Ohio?
Caesars Sportsbook is now available in many states where online sports betting is legal. Technically, online sports betting is already legal in Ohio, but on January 1, 2023, the state plans to unleash the full scope of the operation.
Can I use FanDuel if I live in Ohio?
When did FanDuel Sportsbook arrive in Ohio? On January 1, 2023, FanDuel online sportsbook became legally available to bettors in Ohio. For licensing purposes, FanDuel has partnered with Belterra Park Racino on the outskirts of Cincinnati.
Why can’t I bet on FanDuel in Ohio? FanDuel Sportsbook availability in Ohio is subject to the state’s launch of legal online sports betting, which is expected to go live once the calendar moves into the new year. FanDuel Sportsbook should be ready to launch when online sports betting in Ohio goes live on January 1, 2023.
Can Ohio residents use FanDuel?
FanDuel Ohio launches on January 1, 2023. Prospective bettors in the state of Buckeye can register now for FanDuel OH and receive $100 in free bets today when using the FanDuel OH promo code.
Can I use FanDuel in Ohio?
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