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New Jersey online sports betting laws

New Jersey has blazed a trail for sports betting in the US since the US Supreme Court declared the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) unconstitutional in 2018, opening the door to legalization of sports betting by states (other than Nevada). Now rivaling Nevada as America’s biggest betting market, the Garden State’s appetite for sports betting has been tremendous, with betting volume through 2020 surpassing $3 billion.

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Jennifer Gaynor

Administrative law and government relations attorney

Jennifer has a degree in Journalism from Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, and graduated from George Washington University Law School, Washington, D.C, in 2005. She's been living in Las Vegas helping clients in the casino and gaming industry, as well as other regulated businesses, across Nevada for over 15 years.

She has authored and co-authored numerous articles and books on US gaming law, including most recently,  The Law of Regulated Gambling: A Practical Guide for Business Lawyers , American Bar Association (2020), and  That (Expletive) Broad: Women Who Broke Barriers in the Casino and Gaming Industry (2020) .

Is sports betting legal in New Jersey?

Yes, barring some minor restrictions, sports betting in New Jersey is legal since 2018.

Is online sports betting legal in New Jersey?

Yes, online sports betting in New Jersey is legal.

How old do I have to be to place a bet in New Jersey?

You must be at least 21 years of age to bet on sports in New Jersey.

How do I start betting in New Jersey?

1. Find a sportsbook you would like to sign-up to.

2. Confirm your location (unlike other US states, you can sign up online as long as you are within state lines).

3. Verify your identity and account.

4. Make the most of a sign-up bonus.

5. Start betting!

Is sports betting legal in New Jersey?

New Jersey Legalizes Online Sports Betting
Remote Registration and Geolocation
Online Sports Betting Licenses
Are New Jersey Gambling Winnings Taxable?

Who is allowed to bet on sports in New Jersey?

You Must Be At Least 21 Years Old to Bet in New Jersey
You Must Be in New Jersey to Bet
Restrictions Apply to Certain Sports and Gambling Industry Employees

What can’t I bet on in New Jersey?

College Sports
Politics

Daily Fantasy Sports in New Jersey

New Jersey became the 16th state in the USA to formally legalize daily fantasy sports (DFS) betting. It’s important to note that all players must be 18 or over to bet on DFS in New Jersey, not 21 as is the case in online sports betting.

Operators such as DraftKings are popular in the state and provide DFS on all the top sports, including NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB.

Top sports to bet on in New Jersey

New Jersey loves sport. And although it doesn’t have many sports teams of its own, it’s close proximity to neighboring states such as New York and Philadelphia mean there are many teams that NJ fans can support and bet on.

NFL

Football is huge in New Jersey, and although it doesn’t technically have its own team, it is home to two NFL teams, the New York Giants and the New York Jets – both playing at MetLife Stadium in Jersey, despite their names.

Responsible gambling in New Jersey

New Jersey is committed to safe and responsible gambling, ensuring bettors have an enjoyable experience. However, as with all types of gambling, online sports betting has a less glamorous side. The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) takes a proactive approach and ensures that all state-regulated sports betting sites offer bettors the ability to easily limit different aspects of their play and get help should they need it.

This includes:

  • Account cool-off

  • Deposit limits

  • Wager limits

  • Session time limits

  • Loss limits

  • Self-exclusion

Moreover, there are a variety of options available for those struggling with gambling addiction. The following is a list of local organizations that can help:

  • Gamblers Anonymous NJ : A listing of dozens of GA meetings in the New Jersey area.

  • Council on Compulsive Gambling of NJ : A private, nonprofit group works to educate and assist compulsive gamblers. You can complete their short survey to see if you are at risk and/or call 1-800-Gambler 24/7 if you need immediate help.

  • DGE self-exclusion : The DGE self-exclusion form allows you to block yourself from gaming at any regulated site online.

  • National Council on Problem Gambling : the NCPG develops policy and programs to combat and treat compulsive gambling. They have a national problem gambling helpline, and moderated support forums and groups.

Timeline of sports betting in New Jersey

2011 – November

New Jersey votes for legislation legalizing sports betting by a 2-to-1 margin in a referendum.

2012 - January

NJ Gov. Chris Christie passes its sports betting bill and goes against the five largest US sports leagues — the NCAA, NBA, NFL, NHL, and MLB.

2012 August

The leagues cite the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) of 1992 as grounds to prohibit state-regulated sports betting.

2013 February

The state loses its initial District Court battle in favor of the leagues.

2013 - September

The state loses its appeal.

2017 June

The state appeals to the US Supreme Court (SCOTUS).

2018 - May

SCOTUS decides broadly in favor of New Jersey, striking PASPA down in full.

2018 - June

NJ Gov. Phil Murphy signs an updated NJ sports betting bill ( Assembly Bill 4111 ) into law, legalizing sports betting at casinos and racetracks within New Jersey.

2018 - August

The first online sports bet is taken.

2020

There are 17 legal online sportsbooks licensed by the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.

Where can you bet in New Jersey?

A full up-to-date list can be found here .

Casino/Retail SportsbookRetail Sportsbook PartnerAddressOnline Sportsbook Partner
Borgata Hotel Casino &SpaBetMGM1 Borgata Way Atlantic City, NJ 08401Borgata Online; BetMGM
Caesars Atlantic CityWilliam Hill Sportsbook2100 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401Caesars; Wynn BET; 888sport
Harrah’s Atlantic CityWilliam Hill777 Harrah’s Blvd Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Hard Rock Atlantic CityHard Rock Sportsbook1000 Boardwalk Atlantic City, NJ 08401Hard Rock; Bet365; Unibet
Golden NuggetThe Sportsbook600 Huron Ave Atlantic City, NJ 08401Golden Nugget; TwinSpires (formerly BetAmerica)
PointsBet
Monmouth Park RacetrackThe Book at Horseshoe Hammond175 Oceanport Ave. Oceanport, NJ 07757SugarHouse; The Score; William Hill
Ocean Casino ResortWilliam Hill Sportsbook at Ocean Resort500 Boardwalk Atlantic City, NJ 08401William Hill; Tipico
Resorts Casino HotelDraftKings Sportsbook at Resorts1133 Boardwalk Atlantic City, NJ 08401Resorts Casino; FOX Bet; Draft Kings
Tropicana Atlantic CityWilliam Hill Sportsbook at Tropicana2381 Boardwalk Atlantic City, NJ 08401William Hill

New Jersey betting FAQs

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