Tennessee Gambling and Lottery Laws
States earn a great deal of their revenue from lotteries, casinos, and other games where individuals place wagers or bets.
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Tennessee is no exception and operates a state lottery with the intention of funding public schools. The state also allows the following types of gambling: horse racing, interstate simulcast wagering, and pari-mutuel wagering at licensed satellite teletheaters. Tennessee law bans casinos or any other type of gambling organizations. Click on a link below to learn more about Tennessee gambling and lottery laws, where to go for more information and how to find an attorney in your area.