The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) sent cease-and-desist letters to 19 online gambling organizations for operating without proper licenses.
The crackdown is part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to protect consumers from risks related to unlicensed gambling sites.
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According to the MGCB, this is its largest enforcement action to date.
19 sites ordered to cease operations
The following platforms were ordered to immediately stop operations in Michigan due to violating the state’s Lawful Internet Gaming Act, Lawful Sports Betting Act and other related laws:
- Bingo Village
- BITBET
- Café Casino
- Cocoa Casino
- Cyber Bingo
- Davinci’s Gold
- Desert Nights Casino
- Diamond Reels Online Casino
- Eclipse Casino
- Eternal Slots
- EuroBets Casino
- Fair Go Casino
- GoldWin Casino
- Ignition Casino
- Jackbit
- Jackpot Capital
- Paradise8
- Red Stag Casino
- Two Up Casino
These sites have 14 days to stop all activity in the state. If they don’t comply, they could face possible enforcement actions from Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office and other legal consequences.
Several other sites are also under investigation for violations, according to the MGCB. Violations in those cases involve ignoring licensing requirements and operating without consumer protections.
“Illegal gambling operators threaten the safety of our citizens and the integrity of our gaming industry,” said Henry Williams, MGCB Executive Director. “When companies offer games without proper licensing, Michigan players are left without the critical protections they deserve. That’s unacceptable, and we’re taking strong action to stop it.”
Risks associated with unlicensed gambling sites
According to the gaming control board, consumers face the following risks when using sites that are not legally licensed to operate in Michigan:
- No guaranteed payout of winnings
- Exposure to unfair or rigged games
- No recourse in the event of disputes or fraud
“These platforms operate in the shadows,” Williams said. “They’re not just skirting the rules—they’re exposing players to serious harm. Our job is to stop them, and we take that responsibility seriously.”