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Is it legal to gamble over the Internet in Michigan?

No. All forms of gaming are illegal in Michigan except those specifically permitted under Michigan law. Contact the Michigan Attorney General's Criminal Division (517/334-6010) for more information.

 

According to US Attorney General Janet Reno (3/4/98), "It's a federal crime to use the Internet to conduct betting operations." She cites a 1961 Federal law making it a crime to use interstate telephone lines for gambling.
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