Seven Things to Know About Daily Fantasy Sports in Illinois Seven Things to Know About Daily Fantasy Sports in Illinois
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Key Takeaways
  • Illinois AG issued an opinion that DFS is illegal under state law.
  • DraftKings and FanDuel immediately sued.
  • The state and the operators have reached an agreement not to escalate the issue while it plays out in court.

Attorney General Thinks DFS is Illegal Under State Law

On December 23, State Attorney General Lisa Madigan issued an opinion that daily fantasy sports constitute illegal gambling in Illinois.

Madigan cited statutes that prohibit games of chance and skill from being played online, and she opined that DFS does not qualify for exceptions provided under the law.