District of Columbia Gambling and Lotteries Laws

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Jurisdictions (mainly states) are divided with respect to gambling laws and what is considered lawful, while most states and the District of Columbia now operate some kind of official lottery. Washington, D.C. gambling laws are relatively strict and do not allow casino-style games such as poker ("card rooms" are prohibited), slot machines, and other such games of change. However, D.C.’s lottery laws allow a variety of games of chance for those over the age of 18, while those under 18 may be gifted a lottery ticket and collect the prize if they win. Click on a link below to learn more about the District of Columbia gambling and lottery laws.

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District of Columbia Gambling Laws

Detailed summary of the various types of gambling that are either legal or prohibited under District of Columbia law, including information about taxes and charitable gambling.

District of Columbia Lottery Laws

General information about the District of Columbia’s lottery laws, which dictate how the games are set up, how the proceeds of the revenue are used, and related matters.