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Kentucky Gambling Laws
More Information on Gambling Laws
| Code Section | 528.010; 230.010 et seq. |
| Gambling | Staking or risking something of value upon the outcome of a contest or game based upon an element of chance. |
| Horse Racing/Off-Track Betting | Horse running, trotting and pacing races; harness races; off-track interstate wagering legal. Pari-mutuel wagering only. |
| Dog Racing/Off-Track Betting | Not specified. |
| Casinos Allowed? | Casinos and gambling establishments illegal. |
| Other Kinds of Gambling-Related Activities Allowed or Banned | Bookmaking; organizing or promoting gambling; possessing gambling records and devices banned. Charitable gaming allowed. |
Note: State laws are constantly changing -- contact an attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.
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