Without any major sports teams in North Dakota, the question of sports betting doesnât really come up. Though their laws are unique when it comes to gambling, there likely wonât be any movement on sports betting anytime soon.
North Dakota Sports Betting News
*The Peace Garden state is still in the process of legalization of sports betting, so the offshore oddsmakers weâve listed above are all thatâs available for now. US-based providers like DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, PointsBet, BetRivers, Fox Bet, and Unibet wonât be accessible until a law changes.Â
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North Dakota has had an interesting journey through sports betting, which we'll cover in-depth here.
The State's Tribal Casinos and 2019 Bills Attempts
North Dakota is home to five tribal casinos, which are fairly standard as far as casinos go. Commercial casinos are legal, but many big businesses donât see the value as North Dakota isnât a tourist attraction, not to mention the taxes they would have to pay doesnât make it worth their while.
North Dakota is 47th in population density, so with a small population, and no real sports teams in the state, itâs likely not a priority due to the financial risk, for likely little return.
Two bills were pitched in 2019 to legalize sports betting, but didnât make it far - they were struck down almost immediately. One bill was even directed towards charitable sports betting, which would allow charitable organizations to offer sports betting. The head of the North Dakota University system opposed the bill, as well as college presidents.
Social Gambling and Fantasy Sport
Social gambling is permitted within the state, so this could be interpreted as a loophole per se, to place some friendly wagers with buddies. The rules state that you canât exceed a $25 buy-in, but honestly, social gambling is so hard to monitor and regulate, we canât see that being an issue. Social gambling involves football pools, poker games, anything that you would bet on with friends.
Speaking of football pools, when it comes to Daily Fantasy Sports betting, the state has the weirdest stance on the subject compared to any other US state. They acknowledged that DFS existed in the 1990s, then didnât create any rules around it. They have no proposals to legalize it, and on the flip side, North Dakota residents arenât banned from playing. It is a âproceed at your own riskâ kind of situation, but there is really nothing that can be done if there isnât a state law surrounding it.
Can I bet on sports in North Dakota?
Well, you canât find a legal sportsbook within state lines â we donât even think youâll be able to find an illegal one, to be honest.
You can bet on sports online in the state of North Dakota. There are many online sportsbooks that are safe and secure and allow you to bet from wherever you like, whether it be the couch, the bus or even the sports bar.
The North Dakota laws are dated, and gambling laws donât involve online gambling, so online sports betting is technically under the same umbrella as DFS. No mention of it, means itâs not illegal.
Top Online Sportsbooks for Betting in North Dakota
Online sportsbooks can be overwhelming â there are so many of them, with so many promotions and bonuses, but there are always rules that go along with it. Many sportsbooks arenât too good to be true, but you do have to pay attention before you sign up. You donât want to sign up with the intention to only bet $20 only to realize that the minimum deposit is $100, or that they donât accept your desired payment option.
We have compiled a list of the top sportsbooks that we ourselves use and reviewed them for your benefit. We want to make sure youâre making the best betting decisions possible, and choosing your sportsbook is the most important one.
North Dakota Casinos
While itâs unlikely that the casinos will host sports betting - if itâs ever legalized at all, we thought weâd outline the tribal casinos in the state, so if the time comes, you will know which casino is best for you and close to your location. Preparation is key!
- Dakota Magic Casino in Richland County operated by Dakota Nation Gaming Enterprise
- Spirit Lake Casino in Benson County operated by The Spirit Lake Tribe
- 4 Bears Casino in McKenzie County operated by the Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation
- Sky Dancer Casino in Rolette County operated by Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians
- Prairie Knights Casino and Resort in Sioux County operated by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe
- Grand Treasure Casino in Trenton County, operated by the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians
There are also a few charitable casinos in the state of North Dakota:
- The Stadium Sports Bar and Casino in Burleigh County
- Blue Wolf Casino in Cass County
- King Pin Casino in Cass County
- Nickels Lounge and Casino in Bismarck County
- Borrowed Buckâs Roadhouse in Cass County
Itâs highly likely that the North Dakota Lottery will spearhead sports betting if North Dakota lawmakers ever approve a bill to offer it in the state.
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