There Are Four Ways To Legally Gamble In Texas

Gambling in Texas has been a topic of discussion for a long time. While it is illegal, there are actually ways to wager on things and not break the law.

When Did Gambling First Become Illegal In Texas?

According to the Dallas Morning News, the year was 1903, and Texas outlawed all forms of gambling in the state. Since then, multiple attempts have been made, and rumors have spread that gambling will finally become legal. But at the time of writing, it still hasn't been allowed.

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Believe it or not however, there are certain types of gambling Texans can actually do in the state and it isn't disallowed. What could they be you ask?

There Are Ways To Legally Gamble In Texas?

According to The Thiessen Law Firm, there four exceptions to the law in the state. The four things allowed do have some government regulation on them though. Thiessen did provide what the four items are as well.

Here are the four ways that you can legally gamble in the Lone Star State.