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The Michigan Gaming Control Board has issued cease-and-desist orders to six illegal gambling operators.
The MGCB is known for taking swift action against unlawful gaming in the state.
Michigan offers several legal gambling options, including sports betting, retail and online casinos, Lottery, and multi-state online poker.
26 operators targeted this month
The MGCB is not shy about going after illegal gambling operators the board considers a threat to Michigan players. In its latest action, the following operators received cease-and-desist letters:
- Crypto Slots
- NitroBetting
- NewVegas
- Las Vegas USA Casino
- Grand Rush Casino
- Slotgard Casino
The MGCB sent walking papers to 19 other operators earlier in the month, which brings the total to 26.
MGCB Executive Director Henry Williams said it’s about protecting Michigan players and the regulated market.
“These sites were attempting to exploit Michigan players while operating outside the law.
“We take this seriously. When unauthorized operators offer games without regulation, Michigan players are left exposed – and we will not tolerate it.”
No safeguards or accountability
The six operators above did not have the proper licensing to offer casino-style games or sports betting in the Great Lakes State. At unregulated sites, Michiganders can be subject to:
- Winning money with no guarantee of payout
- Playing games that may be unfair or rigged
- Having no legal protection in cases of fraud, data theft, or account disputes
Williams added that “unlike Michigan’s licensed operators, these sites offer no consumer safeguards and they’re not held accountable to anyone, and that puts players in a dangerous position.”
The operators have violated the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, the Lawful Sports Betting Act, and provisions of the Michigan Penal Code, and have 14 days to cease operations.
