Gambling Laws in Washington. Washington State generally has strict views and restrictions on gambling. Currently, there are only a few ways that you can legally place bets in WA.The State legislature defines gambling as “staking or risking something of value upon the outcome of a contest of chance or a future contingent event not under the person’s control or influence”. Washington State Gambling Commission, Lacey, Washington. 1,702 likes 12 talking about this 25 were here. The Washington State Gambling Commission, established by the Legislature in 1973. From the moment we receive your application, it becomes a public document subject to the Public Records Act and other Washington laws. The Commission may disclose to the public, other state or federal agencies, or discuss at a public meeting information set forth in this application and most supplemental information submitted.

Can I play slots online in Washington?

Unfortunately, no. Washington has one of the strictest laws when it comes to online gaming, including slots online. Slots and online gambling is outright banned in Washington state.

What are the chances that we get full-fledged Washington online casinos?

Odds are not good. So far, any attempts to legalize online casinos or online gambling of any kind have died in the Washington State Legislature.

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I heard that New Jersey has legal online casinos. Can I play at those from Washington?

No. Legal online casinos in New Jersey employ geolocation software to keep players from other states from playing.

I see casinos accepting Washington players when I Google the topic. Should I trust them?

Please don’t. In Washington, online gambling is considered a felony. Best to leave any kind of online slots, casino games and online gambling alone.

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Quite simply, these apps operate outside of the US and are not subject to its laws. So, a player might find themselves out of options in case of a dispute with one of these “grey market” sites.

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The Washington Indian Gaming Association (WIGA) is a non-profit organization of tribal government leaders of federally recognized Tribes in the state of Washington.

As a trade organization, WIGA’s purpose is to educate and disseminate information to the Indian gaming community, federal and state governments, and the general public on issues related to gaming in Indian Country.

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