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Wisconsin Gambling Laws
More Information on Gambling Laws
| Code Section | 945.01 et seq.; 562.001 et seq. |
| Gambling | Bargain in which parties agree, dependent upon chance even though accompanied by some skill, one stands to win or lose something of value specified in the agreement. |
| Horse Racing/Off-Track Betting | Licensed horse racing and on-track pari-mutuel wagering legal. Off-track betting prohibited. Simulcast wagering allowed. |
| Dog Racing/Off-Track Betting | Licensed dog racing and on-track parimutuel wagering legal. Off-track betting prohibited. Simulcast wagering allowed. |
| Casinos Allowed? | Indian gaming legal. Commercial, i.e., casino gambling illegal. |
| Other Kinds of Gambling-Related Activities Allowed or Banned | Licensed bingo and raffles allowed. Crane games; snowmobile racing; bona fide business contracts; contests of skill, speed, strength and endurance legal. Bookmaking; dealing in gambling devices illegal. |
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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