Legal sports betting by state / Maryland

Is sports betting legal in Maryland?

Legal, online and in person

Yes. Sports betting is legal in Maryland, including online and mobile betting through state-licensed sportsbooks.

Retail sportsbooks opened in December 2021 and the first mobile sports wagering licensees launched on November 23, 2022, per the regulator's licensee table (updated September 14, 2026). The regulator lists both facility and mobile licensees with their operator partners.

Questions

Is sports betting legal in Maryland?

Yes. Sports betting is legal in Maryland, including online and mobile betting through state-licensed sportsbooks.

Who regulates sports betting in Maryland?

The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency.

Sources

• Maryland Sports Wagering - Maryland Lottery and Gaming
• Sports wagering licensees and operator partners (PDF, updated 9/14/2026) - Maryland Lottery and Gaming

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Other states with the same status: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa. All states.