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- Is sports betting legal in New Jersey?
- Online sportsbooks available in New Jersey
- How to sign up and place a bet in New Jersey
- What you can't bet on in New Jersey
- New Jersey sports betting promos and bonus offers
- Responsible gambling resources in New Jersey
New Jersey stood at the front of the line when the U.S. Terminated the federal ban on sports betting.
The Garden State served as one of the first states in the U.S. To fully legalize and allow both in-person and online sports wagering, beginning back in 2018.
The state of New Jersey has always been known for its casinos and racetracks, but now residents and visitors can also bet through online and mobile apps. If you're looking to do just that, here's how to get started, which sportsbooks you can use and which promos you should capitalize on.
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Is sports betting legal in New Jersey?
Yes! New Jersey officially legalized sports betting in 2018, right after the country ended its federal ban on sports wagering. A total of 13 sportsbook apps are available in the Garden State. Legal online sportsbooks began taking bets in August 2018.
Oversight is provided by two key regulatory bodies: the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) and the New Jersey Casino Control Commission. These agencies are responsible for ensuring that all gambling activities in the state operate with integrity, transparency and fairness.
To place sports bets in New Jersey, you will need to be:
- at least 21 years old
- physically in the state (verify with GeoComply)
- able to verify your sportsbook account
Please note that it's illegal to bet on college sports player props in the state of New Jersey.
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Online sportsbooks available in New Jersey
Here are the online sportsbook options in the state of New Jersey.
How to sign up and place a bet in New Jersey
The process to start your sports betting journey in the Garden State is quite simple. Here are the three steps:
Step 1: Choose a licensed/registered New Jersey sportsbook
Choose one of the sportsbooks listed above.
Step 2: Sign up, enter a promo code (if applicable), and deposit
Follow the steps to sign up for your preferred sportsbook. The book will likely ask for your social security number or driver’s license to verify your identity and age, and you will need to install GeoComply to prove you're located within the state lines.
You'll also want to enter a promo code if the sportsbook offers a sign-up promo or bonus. Scroll down to see the full array of promos offered across all books in the state of New Jersey.
Once you're all registered, you're set to make your first deposit. Most bettors prefer the simplicity of linking your bank account using direct deposit. Others like to use credit cards or an online payment app like Venmo or PayPal.
Step 3: Place your bets!
Once you have completed Steps 1 and 2, you're ready to begin your sports betting journey!
To place a bet, simply click on the sport or league, find the bet or prop you want to wager on, click it and enter your bet amount. Then click submit and get ready to root on your first bet!
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What you can bet on in New Jersey
While sports betting is legal in New Jersey, there are still some restrictions on what bettors can wager on. Here's a look at what's available for sports bettors in the Garden State.
- Licensed online and retail sports betting are BOTH legal
- NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, UFC, golf, motorsports and other pro sports and leagues
- College sports lines, totals and futures (with some restrictions)
- Olympics
- Esports
- Horse racing
What you can't bet on in New Jersey
There are some nuances as to what can be bet on in New Jersey. With college sports, for example, it is legal to wager on lines, totals and futures, but you cannot wager on college player props. Here are the restrictions to keep in mind.
- Unlicensed iGaming or online casino gambling
- Prop bets on college athletes
- Any bets on New Jersey college teams
- College events taking place in New Jersey (even if schools are not from New Jersey)
- High school sports
- Political events
- Live greyhound dog racing
- Placing wagers at an unlicensed sportsbook
- Must physically be in New Jersey to place wagers
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New Jersey sports betting promos and bonus offers
- DraftKings: Bet $5+ get $200 in Bonus Bets instantly + over $200 off NFL Sunday Ticket!
- FanDuel: Bet $5 get $300 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins!
- Fanatics Sportsbook: Bet $10, get $100 in FanCash+ up to $100 back in FanCash every football gameday
- BetMGM: Bet $10, get $150 in Bonus Bets if your bet wins
- bet365: (1) Bet $5, get $200 in bonus bets OR (2) $1,000 first bet safety net
- Caesars Sportsbook: Bet $1, double your winnings your next 20 bets!
- Sporttrade: Cash back up to $100
- BetRivers: 2nd chance bet up to $250
- Bally Bet: Bet $10, get $50 in Bonus Bets
- Hard Rock Bet: Bet $5, win $150 in Bonus Bets
- Borgata: Bet $20, get $100
Popular teams to bet on in New Jersey
- New Jersey Devils (NHL)
- New York Giants (NFL)
- New York Jets (NFL)
- New York Red Bulls (MLS)
- New York Knicks (NBA)
- Brooklyn Nets (NBA)
- New York Liberty (WNBA)
- New York Yankees (MLB)
- New York Mets (MLB)
Responsible gambling resources in New Jersey
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, there are several resources available for help.
- 24-hour Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
- Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ)
- National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
- NJ Lottery "Playing Responsibly" page
- Free financial counseling for gambling-related financial issues via GamFin
- New Jersey Casino Control Commission and Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE): Self-exclusion program
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