Connecticut Gambling and Lotteries Laws

In the Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun, Connecticut has some of the most famous casinos in the country.

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Whether you’re heading to Connecticut for slots and Blackjack or putting $20 on the Huskies in the office March Madness pool, you might want to know Connecticut’s gambling and lotteries laws. State statutes on gambling and lotteries restrict everything from horse racing and dog racing to the way in which the state lottery games are run. In this section you can find Nutmeg State-specific statutes governing how gambling and gaming taxes are collected and how lottery revenues are allocated. The links below contain more resources and information on gambling and lotteries laws in Connecticut.

Learn About Connecticut Gambling and Lotteries Laws

Connecticut Gambling Laws

Connecticut law allows a wide range of gambling and betting activities from dog and horse racing to jai alai. Learn more about the types of gambling that are allowed under state law.

Connecticut State Lotteries Laws

Most states have lotteries to help fund education and other public services. This article explains Connecticut’s state lottery law, including how the games are run and where the proceeds go.