Michigan Cracks Down on 11 Unlicensed Gambling Websites

Jumba Bet Casino, Grand Eagle Online Casino, and DogsFortune — were operating without the required state licensing.

In response, the MGCB issued cease-and-desist orders to each operator, mandating an immediate halt to all activities targeting Michigan players. The board determined that these websites had breached several key pieces of legislation, including the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act, and the Michigan Penal Code.

MGCB Reaffirms Its Commitment to a Regulated Market

Henry Williams, Executive Director of the MGCB, emphasized the board’s determination to uphold gaming integrity across Michigan.

“The Michigan Gaming Control Board remains fully committed to ensuring a fair, safe, and lawful gaming environment for all Michigan residents,” Williams said. “Our actions today underscore our unwavering dedication to holding illegal operators able. Shutting down these unlicensed platforms is critical not only to maintaining the integrity of Michigan’s regulated gaming industry but also to protecting residents from predatory practices and unreliable gambling experiences.”

The MGCB’s move reflects its broader mission to shield the public from unscrupulous gambling operators and to ensure that gaming within Michigan adheres to strict consumer protection standards.

The illegal sites in question employed a variety of payment options such as credit cards, PayPal, and cryptocurrencies to attract players. However, investigations found that many of these platforms withheld player winnings and imposed harsh wagering conditions. Customers frequently reported being forced to wager their deposited funds several times before accessing their payouts, a practice that contravenes Michigan’s consumer protection laws.

In addition to financial exploitation, these sites lacked proper measures for responsible gambling, data security, and consumer safeguards, exposing s to potential identity theft and fraud risks. The absence of regulatory oversight further heightened the dangers associated with these offshore platforms.

Warning Issued to Non-Compliant Operators

The cease-and-desist letters sent by the MGCB give the named operators a 14-day window to comply with Michigan law and cease operations. Should any of the platforms fail to meet this requirement, the MGCB plans to escalate enforcement by collaborating with the Michigan Attorney General’s Office to initiate legal proceedings.

This action sends a strong message to other offshore operators that the MGCB intends to rigorously enforce its regulations and protect Michigan’s gaming environment.

The MGCB advises Michigan residents to remain cautious when choosing online gambling sites. Only operators licensed by the state are authorized to offer iGaming services legally. To help players a site’s legitimacy, the MGCB maintains a list of licensed operators on its official website at Michigan.gov/MGCB.

Residents who come across illegal gambling operations are encouraged to report their findings by ing the MGCB’s tip line at 1-888-314-2682 or emailing [email protected].

The regulator also continues to monitor the state’s gaming industry closely to ensure that all providers operate with transparency, security, and fairness. The MGCB’s ongoing efforts aim to maintain a trusted and safe gaming market for all participants.

Source:

‘’Michigan Gaming Control Board takes action against 11 illegal offshore gambling websites’’, michigan.gov, April 03, 2025.