Fifteen operators receive cease-and-desist letters in Michigan
The Michigan Gaming Control Board has issued cease-and-desist letters to 15 illegal gambling operators.
An investigation led by the Michigan regulator found that the unlicensed operators violated Michigan’s Lawful Internet Gaming Act, the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act, and the Michigan Penal Code.
Operators that received the cease-and-desist orders include Avia Games, Grande Vegas Casino Miami Club Casino, and Vegas Online Casino.
Michigan Gaming Control Board Executive Director Henry Williams said, “These unlawful operators try to present themselves as legitimate entertainment options, but they offer zero player protections, no accountability, and a real risk to consumers. Our message is simple: If you want to offer gambling in Michigan, follow the law, or we will stop you. We will continue to work aggressively to keep illegal gambling out of our state.”
The operators have been ordered to halt all operations in Michigan, failure to comply will result in further enforcement actions from the regulator and the Michigan Department of Attorney General.
As the Michigan Gaming Control Board continues in its efforts to prevent illegal online gambling in the state, the legal online sector saw revenues rise over 88% year-on-year in June.
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