What Types of Gambling Are Legal in California

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California is the most populous US state. It is bordered by Nevada, Arizona, Pacific Ocean, Oregon and Baja California. California has more than 60 tribal casinos, 100 card rooms, state-run lottery products and race tracks.

There are several types of gambling in California. People can take part in pari-mutuel betting on horse races, play bingo, visit card rooms, or tribal casinos. Tribal casinos are legal in the state, but they can only offer slots and card games. The state has a monopoly over lotteries, and the California State Lottery is the only one which has permission to operate there. Parimutual horse racing is regulated under the California Horse Racing Law. Social gaming and skill-based games are among the available betting opportunities in CA. Minimum age to play in casinos or card room is 18 years, although some operators raise the legal age.

There are questions about what types of gambling are legal in California. Sports betting is not yet legal. The expired compacts of around 35 tribal casinos are also topical questions. They outline the number of slot machines that can be installed, how much casinos can expand, and how they can make money.