The Federal crime of Transmission of Wagering Information (gambling information) is defined by 18 U.S.C. § 1084 as follows:
Federal Transmission of Wagering Information Charges
by Attorney Eric D. Puryear Illegal Gambling
by Attorney Eric D. Puryear Illinois Attorney General Opines that Daily Fantasy Sports Contests are Illegal
by Attorney Eric D. Puryear Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has issued an opinion which finds that daily fantasy sports contests, such as those offered by FanDuel and DraftKings, constitute illegal gambling in Illinois.
Illegal Gambling Charges in Illinois
by Attorney Eric D. Puryear In the state of Illinois, gambling is generally a crime unless it is done in a way that has been legalized, such as the Illinois Lottery or at a licensed casino. The crime of gambling is defined by 720 ILCS 5/28-1 follows:
Illegal Gambling Charges in Iowa
by Attorney Eric D. Puryear In the state of Iowa, gambling is generally illegal unless it is done in an authorized manner (e.g. a casino or the lottery). Iowa Code Section 725.7 addresses Gaming and Betting penalties: