Yes, sports betting is legal in Ohio. Since January 1, 2023, adults 21 and older who are physically inside the state can bet with sportsbooks licensed by the Ohio Casino Control Commission, online or in person. Online casino games are still not legal, and a fight over sports prediction markets is heating up. This guide covers what’s legal, what isn’t, how your winnings are taxed and which bills could change the rules.
Quick answer: Ohio allows licensed online and retail sports betting for people 21 and older who are located in Ohio. The Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) regulates it, and operators pay a 20% tax on their sports gaming receipts. Ohio also has four casinos, seven racinos, the Ohio Lottery and licensed daily fantasy sports. Online casino games, online poker and an online lottery are not legal. Offshore sportsbooks are not licensed by Ohio.
Key Takeaways
- Legal since 2023: Ohio sports gaming launched January 1, 2023, under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3775.
- Two rules for every bet: You must be at least 21, and you must be physically in Ohio when you bet online.
- No online casinos: House Bill 298 and Senate Bill 197 would legalize them, but neither has left committee.
- Prediction markets are under fire: After a federal appeals court sided with Ohio in its fight with Kalshi, the OCCC sent cease-and-desist letters to 10 more operators in October 2026, according to cleveland.com.
- Taxes changed in 2026: Ohio withholding on reportable winnings fell to 2.75%. Federal law now lets itemizers deduct only 90% of gambling losses. Ohio gives no deduction for losses at all.
- Our math: Using OCCC’s 2025 report, Ohio sportsbooks kept about $10.09 of every $100 bet, and the state’s tax took about $2.03 of that.
Why this guide is different: Most Ohio pages list the apps and stop. We used the OCCC’s full 2025 revenue report to show where $100 in Ohio bets actually goes, ran a 2026 tax example, and checked every pending bill against the General Assembly’s own status pages.
Is Sports Betting Legal in Ohio Right Now?
Yes. Ohio is one of the states with a full, regulated sports betting market. The OCCC’s sports gaming page says Ohio law allows betting through licensed online sportsbooks and brick-and-mortar sportsbooks. There are also self-service betting terminals at some bars and restaurants, run through the Ohio Lottery.
The General Assembly passed the law, House Bill 29, on December 8, 2021, according to the Ohio Lottery. Betting went live statewide on January 1, 2023.
The Basic Rules Today
- Online sportsbooks: Legal through OCCC-licensed operators. You must be 21 or older and physically in Ohio.
- Retail sportsbooks: Legal at OCCC-licensed sports gaming facilities.
- Lottery betting kiosks: Legal at certain bars and restaurants with liquor permits.
- Casinos and racinos: Legal at four casinos and seven racinos. You must be 21 to gamble.
- Ohio Lottery: Legal. You must be 18 to buy a ticket.
- Daily fantasy sports: Legal through OCCC-licensed fantasy contest operators.
- Online casino games and online poker: Not legal.
Want to see how Ohio stacks up against other states? Our state-by-state offshore betting and casino guide covers all 50.
How Does Ohio’s Sports Betting Law Work?
Ohio’s sports betting rules sit in Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3775. The OCCC writes the detailed rules in Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 3775 and enforces them.
Three Types of Licenses
The law sets up three kinds of sportsbook operators:
- Type A: Online sportsbooks, which Ohio law calls an “online sports pool.”
- Type B: Physical sportsbooks at a “sports gaming facility.”
- Type C: Self-service or clerk-run betting terminals at bars and restaurants with certain liquor permits.
The OCCC’s December 2025 revenue report lists 12 online sportsbook operators. Each one is tied to an Ohio casino, racino, pro sports team or other licensed partner. The OCCC’s licensing page also links to a current list of applicants and licensees, which is the best place to confirm whether a specific app is licensed.
Age and Location Rules
Chapter 3775 says sportsbooks must verify that their customers are at least 21. Online sportsbooks must also use tech that blocks anyone not physically in Ohio. So an Ohio resident on vacation in Florida can’t use an Ohio app, and a visitor from Indiana can bet while standing in Cincinnati.
What You Can Bet On
The OCCC keeps a public Event and Wager Catalogue that lists the leagues and bet types sportsbooks may offer. One big limit: you can’t place player prop bets on college athletes. Gov. Mike DeWine’s office says the OCCC removed college player props in February 2024, after threats against college players. Prop bets on pro games are still allowed.
In 2025, after MLB put two Cleveland Guardians pitchers on leave in a betting investigation, DeWine asked the OCCC to remove prop bets more broadly. We found no OCCC rule banning pro prop bets as of October 16, 2026.
The 20% Operator Tax
Under Ohio Revised Code Section 5753.021, sportsbooks pay a 20% tax on their sports gaming receipts. That’s a tax on the operator, not on you. Your own winnings are taxed separately, which we explain below.
What Other Gambling Is Legal in Ohio?
Sports betting is one part of a bigger legal market. Here’s what else Ohio allows.
Casinos
Article XV, Section 6 of the Ohio Constitution allows four casinos, one each in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Toledo and Franklin County, home to Columbus. Voters added that section in 2009. The OCCC regulates them.
Ohio Revised Code Section 3772.24 says no one under 21 may make a wager at a casino. Under-21 visitors may pass through the gaming floor only with a licensed escort.
Racinos
Ohio has seven racinos: horse tracks that also run video lottery terminals (VLTs). The Ohio Lottery says video lottery started in 2012 and it now oversees more than 10,100 VLT games. The American Gaming Association’s 2025 Ohio fact sheet says you must be 21 to enter a VLT facility.
The Ohio Lottery
Voters created the Ohio Lottery Commission in 1973, and the first ticket went on sale in 1974. Today it sells scratch-offs, draw games such as Pick 3 and Classic Lotto, KENO, and multi-state games like Powerball and Mega Millions. Section 3770.08 of the Revised Code bans selling tickets to anyone under 18.
Daily Fantasy Sports
Paid fantasy contests have been regulated since House Bill 132 took effect on March 23, 2018. Operators need an OCCC license. Section 3774.03 requires them to keep players under 18 out, keep player money separate or backed by a reserve, and let players self-exclude.
What Gambling Is Not Legal in Ohio?
Plenty of popular gambling products still aren’t allowed. Here’s the list.
- Online casino games (iGaming): No Ohio law licenses online slots, blackjack or roulette. HB 298 and SB 197 would change that, but neither has advanced.
- Online poker: Not licensed.
- Online lottery (iLottery): Not available. SB 197 would allow it. HB 298 would not.
- Bookies and unlicensed sportsbooks: No one can offer sports betting to Ohioans without an OCCC license.
- College player props: Banned by OCCC rules since February 2024.
What About Sweepstakes Casinos?
This one is murky. Online sweepstakes casinos use a “free” coin model to say they aren’t gambling. Ohio has no license category for them. Both HB 298 and SB 197 include language that would ban online sweepstakes games, according to the General Assembly’s bill titles and Ohio Capital Journal’s reporting. Until a bill passes, we could not find a clear Ohio statute or court ruling that settles whether these sites are legal. Treat them as unregulated. The OCCC does not license them, so it can’t step in on a dispute.
Are Prediction Markets Legal in Ohio?
Ohio says sports contracts on prediction markets are illegal sports gambling unless the company has an Ohio license. The companies say federal law lets them operate. Courts are still sorting it out.
Here’s how it unfolded, based on reporting from cleveland.com and the Ohio Statehouse News Bureau:
- March 2026: Kalshi asked a court to stop Ohio and Tennessee from regulating its sports contracts. It argued they are federally regulated “swaps.” It did not get the order it wanted.
- April 2026: The OCCC moved to fine Kalshi $5 million for running an unlicensed sportsbook.
- Late September 2026: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit sided with Ohio. It sent the case back to a lower court to decide the bigger question.
- October 2, 2026: DeWine said Ohio will enforce state law, calling the contracts “really gambling, nothing more than that.”
- October 2026: The OCCC sent cease-and-desist letters to Polymarket, Robinhood, Underdog, Gemini, Coinbase, Prophet X, Novig, Plus500, Moomoo and Webull. The letters gave them 14 days to stop offering sports event contracts to Ohioans.
Polymarket and Robinhood told cleveland.com they are regulated by the federal Commodity Futures Trading Commission. Other courts have split. A federal appeals court in Philadelphia blocked New Jersey from regulating Kalshi in April 2026. The U.S. Supreme Court has not taken a case.
What this means for you: If Ohio wins, these platforms would have to get licensed, pay the 20% tax, follow Ohio’s ad rules and turn away anyone under 21. Until then, using them in Ohio carries legal uncertainty, and the OCCC can’t help you with a dispute. Lawmakers have also filed House Bill 887, which would bar Ohio public officials and employees from using prediction markets.
What Protections Do Ohio Bettors Get?
The biggest benefit of a licensed Ohio sportsbook is that a state agency is watching it. Here’s what that gets you.
Rules Operators Must Follow
- Age and ID checks: Sportsbooks must verify you are 21 or older. On October 5, 2026, the OCCC proposed stronger identity verification rules for online and retail books.
- Location checks: Online books must confirm you are in Ohio.
- Ad limits: Chapter 3775 sets limits on sportsbook advertising. On October 16, 2026, the OCCC proposed a rule to curb targeted marketing sent to people who use problem gambling tools.
- Limit tools: Ohio’s Time Out Ohio program says sports betting apps let you set limits on time, deposits and wager amounts.
- Marketing opt-outs: Time Out Ohio says every Ohio casino, racino and sportsbook offers a way to stop direct mail and email marketing. You have to contact each operator to enroll.
A Place to Complain
If a licensed sportsbook won’t pay you or treats you unfairly, you can file a complaint with the OCCC through its “File a Complaint, Make an Inquiry or Report a Crime” page. That option doesn’t exist with an offshore book.
Time Out Ohio
Time Out Ohio is the state’s voluntary exclusion program. According to ohio.gov, you can ban yourself from Ohio casinos, Ohio racinos and Ohio sports gaming for one year, five years or life. The program also offers a free one-year Gamban subscription that blocks gambling sites and apps on your devices.
Is Ohio Banning Credit Cards for Sports Betting?
Maybe soon, but we can’t confirm it’s final. On July 7, 2026, the OCCC posted a proposal to remove credit cards as a way to fund online betting accounts. The Statehouse News Bureau reported that the rule still needed approval from the state’s Common Sense Initiative office and the legislature’s Joint Committee on Agency Rule Review. As of October 16, 2026, we could not find an official OCCC notice that the ban is final or saying when it takes effect. Check with your sportsbook before you rely on a credit card deposit.
Are Offshore Sportsbooks Legal in Ohio?
No Ohio agency licenses or regulates offshore sportsbooks. These sites operate outside U.S. licensing, usually under licenses from other countries. They are not legal Ohio sportsbooks, and we won’t tell you otherwise.
Ohio law only licenses sportsbooks approved by the OCCC. The OCCC’s recent actions against prediction markets show how it views unlicensed sports wagering offered to Ohioans: as illegal gambling. We could not find an Ohio case charging an individual bettor for using an offshore site. That doesn’t make it legal, and the operators are the main target of the law.
The Real Risks
Ohioans already have legal options, so the trade-offs matter more here than in states with no legal betting.
- No OCCC complaint process: If an offshore book delays or refuses a payout, no Ohio agency can step in.
- No Time Out Ohio coverage: Ohio’s self-exclusion program does not reach offshore sites.
- Payment problems: Banks may block or flag transactions. Many offshore books lean on crypto.
- Withdrawal rules: Bonus rollover terms and ID checks can slow or shrink payouts. See our offshore sportsbook payout speed comparison for typical timelines.
- Taxes still apply: Winnings are taxable whether the book sends you a tax form or not.
Read our full breakdown of the risks of offshore sportsbook betting before you decide anything.
Which Offshore Sportsbooks Does DWZ Review?
These are the three offshore books we review most closely. Our reviews cover payout times, bonus terms and the risks above. This is not a suggestion that offshore betting is legal in Ohio. For most Ohio bettors, a licensed Ohio sportsbook is the safer place to start.
| Sportsbook | What stands out | Our review | Site |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | Large menu of pro and college lines, props and live bets | BetOnline review | Visit BetOnline |
| MyBookie | Simple layout for first-time bettors | MyBookie review | Visit MyBookie |
| Bovada | Well-known brand with a clean, app-style site | Bovada review | Visit Bovada |
All three operate outside U.S. licensing and are not regulated by the OCCC. 21+ only. Check each site’s current terms, and know your local law.
How Are Gambling Winnings Taxed in Ohio?
Gambling winnings are taxable income for both federal and Ohio taxes. That’s true whether you win at a licensed sportsbook, a casino or anywhere else. Two 2026 changes matter a lot for Ohio bettors.
Federal Taxes
The IRS’s 2026 Form W-2G instructions set these rules:
- Reporting: For 2026, a sportsbook generally sends a W-2G when you win $2,000 or more and the payout is at least 300 times your bet.
- Withholding: Federal tax is withheld at 24% when winnings minus the bet are more than $5,000 and the payout is at least 300 times the bet.
- All winnings count: You owe tax on winnings even when no W-2G is issued.
The 2026 change: IRS Internal Revenue Bulletin 2026-19 explains that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act limits the gambling loss deduction. Starting with 2026, you can deduct only 90% of your losses, and only up to your winnings. You also still have to itemize to deduct losses at all.
Ohio State Taxes
Ohio taxes gambling winnings as income. Here’s what the state rules say:
- Withholding: Section 5747.063 requires sportsbooks and casinos to withhold Ohio tax on winnings that must be reported to the IRS. The rate is 2.75% for 2026 and later, down from 3.125% for 2025. Withholding is a prepayment, not your final bill.
- Rate: Section 5747.02 sets Ohio’s 2026 tax on nonbusiness income. There’s no tax on the first $26,050. Above that, it’s $332 plus 2.75% of the amount over $26,050.
- No loss deduction: The Ohio Department of Taxation says Ohio’s tax starts with federal adjusted gross income. Gambling losses are a federal itemized deduction taken after that number, so they don’t reduce your Ohio tax.
- Nonresidents too: The Department of Taxation says winnings from sports gaming in Ohio must be reported and allocated to Ohio, no matter where you live.
- City tax: Section 718.031 lets some Ohio cities withhold municipal income tax on certain casino, VLT and retail sports gaming winnings. Rates vary by city.
For a wider view, see our sports betting tax rates by state table.
Our Example: A $1,000 Profit in 2026
Here’s what can happen to a bettor who wins some and loses some. Say an Ohio resident has $10,000 in winning bets and $9,000 in losing bets in 2026. Their real profit is $1,000. Assume they’re in the 22% federal bracket and already earn more than $26,050, so each extra Ohio dollar is taxed at 2.75%.
| Step | Itemizes on federal return | Takes standard deduction |
|---|---|---|
| Gambling winnings reported | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Federal loss deduction | $8,100 (90% of $9,000) | $0 |
| Extra federal taxable income | $1,900 | $10,000 |
| Federal tax at 22% | $418 | $2,200 |
| Ohio tax at 2.75% (no loss deduction) | $275 | $275 |
| Total tax on a $1,000 profit | $693 | $2,475 |
| Tax as a share of real profit | 69% | 248% |
Editor’s Note on method: These are our own simplified calculations, not IRS or Ohio estimates. They leave out city income tax, the standard deduction’s interaction with other items and any credits. Your result depends on your full return. Talk to a tax professional.
Our take: Ohio taxes your winnings, not your profit. A bettor who barely comes out ahead, and who doesn’t itemize, can owe more in tax than they made. If you bet often, keep a log of every win and loss. Our bankroll management guide shows a simple way to track it.
Where Does the Money Go? Our 2025 Ohio Sports Betting Math
The OCCC posts monthly revenue for every sportsbook. We added up its full 2025 report to see what happens to each $100 Ohio bettors wager. The OCCC calls the total amount wagered “gross receipts.”
| 2025 measure (statewide) | Total | Per $100 wagered |
|---|---|---|
| Total wagered (gross receipts) | $10.30 billion | $100.00 |
| Winnings paid to bettors | $9.20 billion | $89.26 |
| Voided bets returned | $66.9 million | $0.65 |
| Sportsbook revenue kept | $1.04 billion | $10.09 |
| State tax (20% of $1.045 billion taxable revenue) | About $209 million | About $2.03 |
| Share of bets placed online | $10.11 billion | About 98% |
Editor’s Note on method: Totals come from the OCCC’s 2025 Sports Gaming Revenue Report, statewide totals for January through December. The state tax line is our estimate: 20% of the “taxable revenue” the OCCC reports. Actual tax collected can differ because of timing and adjustments.
What it tells you: Ohio books kept about 10% of all money bet in 2025. That’s more than twice the roughly 4.5% margin built into a standard -110 bet, where you need to win 52.38% of the time just to break even. One likely reason is the popularity of parlays and props, which carry bigger built-in margins. New to odds? Start with our Sports Betting 101 guide and our NFL point spread and over/under guide.
The report also shows a strong season effect. November and December 2025 each brought in more than $130 million in revenue. July was the lowest month, at about $60 million.
What Bills Could Change Ohio Sports Betting?
Ohio lawmakers have filed bills that pull in opposite directions. Some would expand gambling. Others would roll sports betting back. Here’s where each stands on the General Assembly’s website as of October 16, 2026.
HB 971: The Save Ohio Sports Act
Reps. Johnathan Newman and Beth Lear introduced the Save Ohio Sports Act. The Ohio House Republican Caucus says it has nine measures: five on consumer protection and four on sports integrity. It would ban some betting formats, end all college sports betting and restrict industry practices. Its official title says it would “restrict certain sports gaming activities.”
Status: Introduced in the House. The legislature’s status tracker does not yet show a House committee step completed.
We’ve covered this bill in depth. Read Will Ohio ban mobile sports betting? HB 971 explained, our July 2026 Ohio sports betting bill update and our June 2026 Ohio sports betting bill explainer. Those posts reflect what was known on their dates. This guide has the latest official status.
HB 298 and SB 197: Online Casinos
These two bills would legalize online casino games. Ohio Capital Journal reported in May 2025 that both would let only Ohio casinos and racinos hold online licenses. Players would need to be 21 and in Ohio.
- HB 298: Proposes a 28% tax on online casino receipts and a ban on online sweepstakes games. Status: in the House Finance Committee, not reported out.
- SB 197: Proposes a 36% tax, an online lottery, online horse race betting, and a sweepstakes ban. It would also move horse racing oversight to the OCCC. Status: in the Senate Select Committee on Gaming, not reported out.
In October 2025, House Speaker Matt Huffman told reporters he didn’t expect more gambling expansion in the following year, according to the Statehouse News Bureau.
Other Proposals
- Prediction markets for officials: HB 887 would bar public officials and employees from using prediction markets.
- Consumer limits: In April 2026, Reps. Riordan McClain, Gary Click and Newman said they were drafting bills to limit how much and how often people bet, ban credit cards, end sports betting outside casinos (including online) and ban college betting, according to the Statehouse News Bureau.
The Governor’s Race
Ohio elects a new governor in November 2026, and DeWine’s term ends in January 2027. DeWine has called signing sports betting into law his “biggest mistake.” cleveland.com reported in August 2026 that Democrat Amy Acton and Libertarian Don Kissick each favor legalizing new kinds of online gambling. Republican Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign didn’t answer cleveland.com’s questions on gambling.
Our take: None of these bills looks close to passing in 2026. The bigger near-term changes are coming from the OCCC, through rules on credit cards, ID checks and ads, and from the courts on prediction markets. Ohio’s 136th General Assembly ends at the close of 2026. Bills that don’t pass by then generally have to be filed again.
Key Dates in Ohio Gambling Law
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| 1973–1974 | Voters create the Ohio Lottery; first ticket goes on sale in 1974 |
| 2009 | Voters amend the Ohio Constitution to allow four casinos |
| 2012 | Video lottery terminals begin at Ohio’s seven racinos |
| March 23, 2018 | Daily fantasy sports law (HB 132) takes effect |
| December 8, 2021 | General Assembly passes HB 29, legalizing sports gaming |
| January 1, 2023 | Legal sports betting launches statewide |
| February 2024 | OCCC removes player prop bets on college games |
| May 2025 | Online casino bills SB 197 and HB 298 introduced |
| January 1, 2026 | Ohio withholding on reportable winnings drops to 2.75%; federal 90% loss limit starts |
| April 2026 | OCCC moves to fine Kalshi $5 million |
| July 7, 2026 | OCCC proposes removing credit cards as a funding option |
| Late September 2026 | Sixth Circuit rules Ohio can regulate Kalshi’s sports contracts |
| October 2026 | OCCC sends cease-and-desist letters to 10 prediction-market operators; proposes ID and ad rules |
| November 2026 | Ohio governor election |
| January 2027 | New governor takes office |
Ohio Sports Betting FAQ
1. How old do you have to be to bet on sports in Ohio?
You must be 21. That applies to online sportsbooks, retail sportsbooks and casinos. You only need to be 18 to buy Ohio Lottery tickets or play licensed daily fantasy sports.
2. Can out-of-state visitors bet on sports in Ohio?
Yes. What matters is where you are when you bet, not where you live. You must be physically inside Ohio. Your Ohio winnings must also be reported to Ohio.
3. Can I deduct gambling losses on my Ohio tax return?
No. Ohio’s income tax starts with federal adjusted gross income, and gambling losses are a federal itemized deduction. They don’t lower your Ohio tax.
4. Is Kalshi legal in Ohio?
Ohio says no. State regulators say sports contracts on Kalshi and similar platforms are unlicensed gambling. The companies disagree, and the court fight is ongoing.
Where Can Ohio Bettors Get Help?
Sports betting should be entertainment, not a way to make money. If it stops feeling that way, Ohio has free help.
- Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline: Call 1-800-589-9966. Ohio.gov says you can ask to be connected with a problem gambling specialist.
- National Problem Gambling Helpline: Call 1-800-GAMBLER, or text 800GAM.
- Time Out Ohio: Ban yourself from Ohio casinos, racinos and sports gaming for one year, five years or life.
- Gamban: Time Out Ohio offers a free one-year subscription that blocks gambling sites and apps.
- In-app limits: Licensed Ohio sportsbooks let you cap deposits, wagers and time spent.
- Local support: GamblingHelpOhio.org lists services near you. Gamblers Anonymous and Gam-Anon hold meetings for gamblers and families.
What We Could Not Verify
We try to be clear about the limits of our research. As of October 16, 2026:
- We found no official notice that Ohio’s credit card ban is final, or its start date.
- We found no Ohio statute or court ruling that directly settles whether online sweepstakes casinos are legal.
- We did not count the current number of licensed sportsbooks from the OCCC’s licensee list. Our figure of 12 online operators comes from the December 2025 revenue report.
- We could not confirm whether any of the 10 prediction-market operators had stopped offering sports contracts in Ohio.
References
- Ohio Casino Control Commission, Sports Gaming: casinocontrol.ohio.gov
- Ohio Casino Control Commission, Common Sense Initiative rule proposals: casinocontrol.ohio.gov
- Ohio Casino Control Commission, 2025 Sports Gaming Revenue Report (December): dam.assets.ohio.gov
- Ohio Casino Control Commission, File a Complaint: casinocontrol.ohio.gov
- Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3775 (Sports Gaming): codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3772 (Casino Gaming): codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Revised Code Section 3774.03 (Fantasy Contests): codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Revised Code Section 3770.08 (Lottery age): codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Revised Code Section 5753.021 (Sports gaming receipts tax): codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Revised Code Section 5747.063 (Withholding on winnings): codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Revised Code Section 5747.02 (Income tax rates): codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Revised Code Section 718.031 (Municipal withholding): codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Constitution, Article XV, Section 6: codes.ohio.gov
- Ohio Department of Taxation, Sports Gaming Receipts Tax: tax.ohio.gov
- Ohio Department of Taxation, Income – General Information FAQ: tax.ohio.gov
- Ohio Lottery, About the Ohio Lottery: ohiolottery.com and VLT Central: ohiolottery.com
- Ohio General Assembly, HB 971: legislature.ohio.gov; HB 298: legislature.ohio.gov; SB 197: legislature.ohio.gov; HB 887: legislature.ohio.gov
- Ohio House Republican Caucus, Save Ohio Sports Act introduced: ohiohouse.gov
- Office of Gov. Mike DeWine, prop bets statement: governor.ohio.gov
- Ohio.gov, Responsible Gambling: ohio.gov
- IRS, Instructions for Forms W-2G and 5754 (2026): irs.gov
- IRS Internal Revenue Bulletin 2026-19: irs.gov
- American Gaming Association, Ohio Gaming Regulatory Fact Sheet (2025): americangaming.org
- cleveland.com, “Ohio widens crackdown on prediction markets over sports contracts” (October 2026): cleveland.com
- cleveland.com, Ohio governor candidates on online gambling (August 2026): cleveland.com
- Statehouse News Bureau, “Kalshi is illegal gambling and Ohio will enforce state law following ruling, says DeWine” (Oct. 2, 2026): statenews.org
- Statehouse News Bureau, “Ohio agency looks to ban sports bettors from using credit cards to gamble” (July 6, 2026): statenews.org
- Statehouse News Bureau, “Ohio bills would end all sports betting outside casinos, wagers on college games” (April 9, 2026): statenews.org
- Statehouse News Bureau, “Legal internet gambling in Ohio? Unlikely anytime soon” (Oct. 18, 2025): statenews.org
- Ohio Capital Journal, online gambling bills introduced (May 23, 2025): ohiocapitaljournal.com
Gambling involves risk. Only bet what you can afford to lose. You must be 21 or older and located in Ohio to bet with a licensed Ohio sportsbook. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-589-9966, or the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER. You can also enroll in Time Out Ohio’s voluntary exclusion program at TimeOutOhio.com.
