Florida Gambling Laws

Gaming Law in Florida. Gambling, whether it's horse-racing or slot machines, is regulated at the state level. Generally speaking, Florida gambling laws limit casinos to Indian reservations and allow betting on horse racing. The amount of wagers and where casinos can be located geographically also incorporates state law. Each state has its own. The new law bestows the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission with authority to regulate sports betting. Type of wagering permitted: In-person and mobile. Florida gambling laws prohibit gamblers in the state to take part in sports betting and daily fantasy sports. Apart from that players can enjoy all table games apart from Craps and Roulette. Land Based Casinos in Other States.

Code Section
849.01 et seq.; 550.001, et. seq

Gambling
Playing or engaging in any card game or game of chance, at any place, by any device, for money or another thing of value

Horse Racing/Off-Track Betting
Pari-mutuel wagering meets of thoroughbred racing, quarter horse racing, or harness racing allowed with permit. Off-track and inter-track wagering allowed

Dog Racing/Off-Track Betting
Pari-mutuel wagering on greyhound dog racing allowed with permit. Off-track and intertrack wagering allowed

Florida Gambling Laws

Casinos Allowed?
Pari-mutuel-style, not casino-style card rooms allowed. Tribal gaming pursuant to Indian Gaming Regulatory Act legal. Gambling devices otherwise prohibited

Florida Gambling Tax Laws

Other Kinds of Gambling-Related Activities Allowed or Banned
Penny-ante games with winnings not exceeding $10 permitted, including poker, pinochle, bridge, dominoes, and mahjongg, if conducted by adults in a dwelling. Cardrooms, bingo, gaming for charitable organizations allowed. Chain letters and pyramid schemes banned. Jah-alai allowed