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South Carolina Sports Betting (2026)

Restricted: South Carolina has no authorized retail or online sports betting; it is prohibited.

RestrictedVerified Jul 16, 2026

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South Carolina has no authorized retail or online sports betting; it is prohibited. Legislative efforts stalled in 2026 with a veto threat.

Official source: scstatehouse.gov →

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Sports Betting in states bordering South Carolina

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

GeorgiaRestricted
Georgia has no legal sports betting, retail or online. 2026 legalization bills failed.
Verified Jul 16, 2026 · Source: legis.ga.gov · Full Georgia rule →
North CarolinaPermitted
North Carolina sports betting is legal, retail and online/mobile, and you must be 21+. Online launched statewide March 11, 2024; retail at licensed sports facilities. Regulated by the NC State Lottery Commission.
Verified Jul 16, 2026 · Source: nclottery.com · Full North Carolina rule →

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