By betadmin Yes, sports betting is legal in the District of Columbia. The DC Council passed legislation in December 2018 to allow sports betting in the district. The first legal sportsbooks began operating in September 2020.
Sports betting in DC is regulated by the Office of Lottery and Gaming. There are a few different ways residents and visitors can bet on sports in DC:
1. **Retail Sportsbooks**: There are several locations within the district where you can place bets in person at retail sportsbooks.
2. **Mobile Sports Betting**: DC has a unique mobile sports betting platform that is accessible to anyone physically located within the district boundaries. The mobile app is run by the DC Lottery and is called “GambetDC.”
Please note that the laws and regulations regarding sports betting can change, so it’s important to stay updated on the current status. Always ensure that you are of legal betting age (21 years or older) and are within the district’s boundaries when placing bets through the GambetDC app.