Add West Virginia to the growing list of states making moves to prevent social gaming operators using sweepstakes prizing — commonly referred to as “sweepstakes casinos” — from doing business within their borders.
A source with knowledge informed Casino Reports this week that West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is preparing to either subpoena or send cease-and-desist letters to sweepstakes operators accessing customers in the state.
McCuskey did not confirm the information, but in a statement sent to Casino Reports Wednesday morning, he strongly implied that his mindset aligns with the office’s intention.
“We have serious concerns about West Virginia consumers, specifically our children, being targeted by illegal gambling operations,” McCuskey stated.
