Colorado launches illegal gambling awareness campaign

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 3:40 PM
  • Mike Seely, SportsHandle

Befitting of its role as the de facto gateway to the Wild West, Colorado has more legal gambling options — be they mobile or in person — than just about any other state. And on Wednesday, the Colorado Division of Gaming launched an illegal gambling awareness campaign to make it clear which options pass legal muster and which don’t.

Titled “Play Legit. Gamble Only Where Legal,” the campaign aims to educate the public about the risks associated with illegal gambling and the importance of instead patronizing regulated venues.

In so doing, the campaign will promote legal brick-and-mortar casinos in Black Hawk, Central City, and Cripple Creek, as well as online sports betting apps and off-track betting.