When it comes to enforcing the state’s laws around online gambling offered by unlicensed parties, the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has been among the most active regulatory bodies in the United States. The MGCB took another action on that front on Thursday.
A news release from the MGCB shares that the body sent a cease-and-desist letter to Curaçao-based Bovada stating that accepting deposits from and awarding prizes to players in Michigan violates federal and state statutes. While enforcement actions might be limited, such measures have been effective for the MGCB. Additionally, Bovada has some history of respecting these state laws.
The news release from May 30 states that “following an investigation into the matter, the MGCB sent a cease-and-desist letter to Harp Media B.V., which operates Bovada, on May 29.”
