Michigan Gaming Control Board Targets Six Illegal Online Casinos

Michigan regulators are reminding players why sticking to licensed platforms matters. The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has ordered six unlicensed online casinos to stop offering gambling services in the state. It comes after last week it pressed eight operators to do the same.

Good to know

• Six unlicensed sites received cease-and-desist letters from MGCB.
• Illegal casinos operating in Michigan can face legal action under multiple state laws.
• Licensed operators must meet strict standards for player protection and fairness, unlike offshore sites.

The platforms named in the letters were Fortune Horizon Casino, Goat Spins Casino, High Roller Casino, Slots.lv, True Fortune Casino, and Vegas Gems Casino. According to the MGCB, each was operating without state authorization.

Executive Director Henry Williams highlighted the risks to players:

“These sites try to attract players with flashy ads and promises of big wins, but the reality is far riskier: no oversight, no consumer protections and no guarantee you’ll ever see your money again.”

Michigan law requires all gambling operators to be licensed. Without oversight, unregulated platforms skip essential checks like independent testing, fair play standards, and responsible gaming rules. That means players not only risk losing their deposits but also face a higher chance of encountering unfair practices.

Williams added:

“Michigan law is clear—if you want to operate here, you must be licensed. We will continue to hold illegal operators accountable and protect Michigan residents from predatory, unregulated gambling.”

If the named casinos fail to comply, the MGCB, in coordination with the Michigan Department of Attorney General, could pursue additional action under the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, the Gaming Control and Revenue Act, and the Penal Code.

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