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Responsible Gambling in Maine

Sports betting should be entertainment, not a financial strategy. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free and confidential help is available 24/7. You do not need to wait for a crisis to ask for it.

21+

Need help right now?

Call 1-800-GAMBLER (free, 24/7) or dial 211 for Maine 2-1-1 statewide assistance.

Helplines & Support Organizations

Gamblers Anonymous

Peer-support meetings (in-person and online) for problem gamblers.

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GamTalk

Free moderated online community for people in recovery from gambling-related harm.

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Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Betting more than you planned, or chasing losses with bigger wagers
  • Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund betting
  • Lying to family, friends, or yourself about how much you bet
  • Feeling restless, irritable, or anxious when not betting
  • Neglecting work, school, or relationships because of gambling
  • Feeling unable to stop even when you want to

Tools Inside Caesars & DraftKings

Both Caesars and DraftKings are required by the Maine Gambling Control Unit to offer player-protection tools inside their apps. Look for them under Account → Responsible Gambling.

Deposit limitsDaily, weekly, or monthly cap on how much you can fund your account.
Wager limitsCap on the size of an individual bet or total wagering over a period.
Time limitsAuto-logout after a set duration of session time.
Cool-off periodsLock the account for 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days, or longer.
Self-exclusionVoluntarily ban yourself from a single operator or all licensed Maine sportsbooks.

Maine Statewide Self-Exclusion

The MGCU operates a voluntary self-exclusion program that blocks you from all licensed Maine sportsbooks at once. Enrollment options range from one year to lifetime. Once enrolled, operators are legally required to close your account, refuse new registrations, and withhold marketing communications.

21+. Must be physically located in Maine. If you or a loved one needs help, please reach out to one of the resources listed above.