WSOP Legal States 2025
Illegal
43
Legal
7
State | WSOP Legality | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Alabama | Illegal | |
 | Alaska | Illegal | |
 | Arizona | Illegal | |
 | Arkansas | Illegal | |
 | California | Illegal | |
 | Colorado | Illegal | |
 | Connecticut | Legal | WSOP has no presence in Connecticut, but online gambling was legalized in the state in 2019 |
 | Delaware | Legal | Players in Delaware are able to play against players in Nevada and New Jersey thanks to a first-of-its-kind shared liquidity agreement between the three states. |
 | Florida | Illegal | |
 | Georgia | Illegal | |
 | Hawaii | Illegal | |
 | Idaho | Illegal | |
 | Illinois | Illegal | |
 | Indiana | Illegal | |
 | Iowa | Illegal | |
 | Kansas | Illegal | |
 | Kentucky | Illegal | |
 | Louisiana | Illegal | |
 | Maine | Illegal | |
 | Maryland | Illegal | |
 | Massachusetts | Illegal | |
 | Michigan | Legal | Legal for real money gaming for players physically located in Michigan. However, players may not compete against players in other states, even online. |
 | Minnesota | Illegal | |
 | Mississippi | Illegal | |
 | Missouri | Illegal | |
 | Montana | Illegal | |
 | Nebraska | Illegal | |
 | Nevada | Legal | Legal for real money gaming for players physically located in Nevada |
 | New Hampshire | Illegal | |
 | New Jersey | Legal | Legal for real money gaming for players physically located in New Jersey |
 | New Mexico | Illegal | |
 | New York | Illegal | |
 | North Carolina | Illegal | |
 | North Dakota | Illegal | |
 | Ohio | Illegal | |
 | Oklahoma | Illegal | |
 | Oregon | Illegal | |
 | Pennsylvania | Legal | Legal for real money gaming for players physically located in Pennsylvania |
 | Rhode Island | Illegal | |
 | South Carolina | Illegal | |
 | South Dakota | Illegal | |
 | Tennessee | Illegal | |
 | Texas | Illegal | |
 | Utah | Illegal | |
 | Vermont | Illegal | |
 | Virginia | Illegal | |
 | Washington | Illegal | |
 | West Virginia | Legal | WSOP has no presence in West Virginia, but online gambling was legalized in the state in 2019 |
 | Wisconsin | Illegal | |
 | Wyoming | Illegal |
Online gambling laws are in flux in many states. As such, new states may legalize or disallow online gambling at any time.
In the realm of online gambling, certain states stand out as havens for poker enthusiasts seeking legal avenues to test their skills. The World Series of Poker (WSOP), a premier event in the poker world, thrives in states where online gambling is permitted. While WSOP may not have a physical presence in all legal states, players can still indulge in the excitement of online poker. States like Nevada, New Jersey, and Delaware have embraced online gambling, allowing residents to participate in real money gaming and even engage in cross-state play.
In contrast, many states maintain strict regulations against online gambling, barring residents from enjoying the virtual tables. States such as Alabama, Utah, and Washington continue to uphold these prohibitions, reflecting the ongoing debate over the legalization and regulation of online gambling nationwide. Despite the flux in gambling laws across different states, the allure of WSOP’s legal territories remains steadfast for avid poker players seeking a legitimate online gaming experience.
