Is sports betting legal in Alabama?

Not legal

No. Sports betting is not legal in Alabama.

Status	Not legal
Last checked	November 2, 2026

Sports betting is not authorized in Alabama. The synopsis of SB257, a 2026 proposal for a constitutional amendment that would allow a lottery, casino-style games and in-person and online sports wagering, says the Constitution of Alabama of 2022 gives the Legislature no power to authorize lotteries. The bill was referred to the Senate Tourism committee.

Betting with offshore, unlicensed sites is not legal sports betting in Alabama: they are not regulated in the US, and your deposits and winnings have no protection. We never list them.

Questions

Is sports betting legal in Alabama?

No. Sports betting is not legal in Alabama.

Sources

Alabama Legislature: SB257 (2026 Regular Session), introduced text

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