Overview
- Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti says 38 illegal online casinos have been halted, with nearly 40 operators agreeing to leave the Tennessee market or wind down unlawful features.
- The targeted sites used real-money deposits converted to virtual coins for casino-style games that could be redeemed for cash or prizes.
- The Attorney General’s office frames the sweepstakes setup as deceptive and unregulated, warning it lacks oversight that would ensure honesty or fairness.
- Officials cautioned remaining or would-be sweepstakes operators that they are on notice and that illegal gambling will not be tolerated in Tennessee.
- State law permits only licensed online sports wagering overseen by the Tennessee Sports Wagering Council, with 11 approved operators.