Nevada Gambling and Lotteries Laws
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Anyone who has been to Las Vegas, or at least knows about its famous casinos and penchant for sports betting, knows that Nevada not only allows gambling but embraces it. Welcome to FindLaw's section covering Nevada's gambling and state lottery laws, with easy to understand, legalese-free explanations of the Silver State's laws with respect to games of chance played for money. This section's article covering Nevada's gambling laws discusses how it's regulated in the state, which games are allowed, and other important details. Surprisingly, however, Nevada law does not permit an official state lottery. Click on a link below to learn more about Nevada's gambling and state lottery laws.