States / Idaho / Sports betting
Is sports betting legal in Idaho?
No. In Idaho, sports betting is not legal (as of Oct 11, 2026).
| Channel | Status | Launched | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports (online) | Prohibited | Same constitutional and statutory bar as retail sports wagering; no online carve-out exists. Idaho Const. art. III, §20; Idaho Code §18-3801; Idaho Code §18-3802 [1],[2],[3] | ||
| Sports (retail) | Prohibited | No enabling legislation exists for sports wagering; it is "gambling" under §18-3801 and bookmaking/pool selling is separately criminalized under §18-3809. Constitutional amendment would be required. Idaho Const. art. III, §20; Idaho Code §18-3801; Idaho Code §18-3802; Idaho Code §18-3809 [1],[2],[4] |
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Sources
- Idaho Constitution, Article III, Section 20 (Gambling) · retrieved Oct 10, 2026
- Idaho Code §18-3801 — Gambling Defined · retrieved Oct 10, 2026
- Idaho Code §18-3802 — Gambling Prohibited · retrieved Oct 10, 2026
- Idaho Code §18-3809 — Bookmaking and Pool Selling · retrieved Oct 10, 2026