Michigan Gaming Control Board Issues Cease-and-Desist Letters to Sweepstakes Operators
Updated: October 2024
The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has taken regulatory action against several sweepstakes operators, issuing cease-and-desist letters to address concerns over unlicensed online gambling activities. Key points include:
MGCB sent letters to multiple operators, including VGW Luckyland and Sweepstakes Limited, alleging they were conducting unlicensed online lotteries and/or raffles under Michigan law. ^1
The board's actions highlight ongoing efforts to regulate online gaming and sports betting in the state. ^2
This move follows similar regulatory actions in other states, such as Florida, where the Gaming Control Commission issued cease-and-desist letters to fantasy sports operators. ^3
The MGCB's actions underscore the importance of proper licensing for online gaming operators in Michigan's regulated market. ^4