Sweepstakes casinos are no longer available to New Jersey residents. The state banned dual-currency sweepstakes platforms in August 2025.
Sweepstakes casinos are banned in New Jersey as of August 2025 under A5447. New Jersey has a robust state-regulated online casino market through licensed operators like DraftKings, BetMGM, and Caesars.
This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. State regulations change frequently. Always verify current rules with official state gaming authorities before playing.
New Jersey has one of the most established regulated online casino markets in the US, overseen by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE). State lawmakers and the regulated gaming industry viewed unregulated sweepstakes platforms as competitors that operated outside the licensing and consumer protection framework.
A5447 prohibits the operation, promotion, and facilitation of dual-currency sweepstakes casinos in the state. The law targets not only platform operators but also payment processors, advertisers, and affiliates that knowingly support sweepstakes casino activity in New Jersey.
New Jersey is one of several states that enacted sweepstakes casino bans in 2025–2026. Other restricted states include: Washington, Idaho, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, California, Delaware, Indiana, Maine, Louisiana, and Tennessee.
New Jersey residents have access to a robust, state-regulated online casino market. Licensed platforms include:
These platforms are fully licensed by the NJ DGE and offer consumer protections including responsible gambling tools, deposit limits, and self-exclusion options.
Sweepstakes casinos are banned in New Jersey under A5447 (effective August 2025). This page is for informational purposes only. BonusHeda does not promote access to sweepstakes casinos in states where they are restricted. For the full state-by-state breakdown, see our sweepstakes casino legal guide.
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