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Residents of Michigan now have an additional means to safeguard themselves against their own impulses, as online gambling in the state has barely surpassed the one-month mark.
You can now access applications for the Responsible Gambling Database, which serves as a self-exclusion tool for online sportsbooks and casinos.
According to the Michigan Gaming Control Board, as of Monday afternoon, none of the residents had applied for the list yet. It is worth noting that online sports betting and internet gaming were introduced in Michigan on January 22nd.
How to apply for the Responsible Gambling list in Michigan
Applicants now have the flexibility with the new MGCB database. They are provided with the choice to submit individual applications for either online sportsbooks or online casinos, or they can opt to exclude themselves from both platforms. The residents have the freedom to apply either before or after creating their online accounts.
According to Playinmichigan, Mary Kay Bean, spokesperson for MGCB, stated that individuals can choose to self-exclude for either one year or five years. Once the chosen period is over, the applicant’s name will be removed from the list.
Applicants will only be included on the list after Richard Kalm, the executive director of MGCB, has completed the processing. The registration procedure may take a maximum of 45 days. Once applicants are added to the list, they will receive a notification either by email (if provided) or through US mail.
Individuals who are included in the Exclusion of Persons List are also automatically enrolled in the Responsible Gambling Database.
As per the MGCB website:
The Exclusion List comprises individuals who have been convicted of specific crimes in any jurisdiction, as well as those included in the Exclusion List of any other jurisdiction. Unless mandated by a court or granted permission by the Michigan Gaming Control Board following a hearing, these individuals are prohibited from entering a casino.
New self-exclusion list applies only to online gambling sites
The Responsible Gambling Database and the Disassociated Persons List are distinct entities that pertain specifically to the three Detroit casinos. A recent modification enables individuals to request removal from the Disassociated Persons List after a period of five years.
Nevertheless, individuals residing on the DPL are not placed into the Responsible Gambling Database by default.
It is worth mentioning that the MGCB specifies in the document that operators have the option to extend the self-exclusion ban beyond what the applicant initially intended. This means that operators like DraftKings Sportsbook could also prohibit the applicant from accessing retail casinos in Michigan and other jurisdictions.
According to the agreement, it is stated that:
I acknowledge that as a voluntarily-excluded individual in the Responsible Gaming Database, internet gaming operators, internet gaming platform providers, sports betting operators, and internet sports betting platform providers have the right to prohibit me from participating in other forms of legal gambling within this state or in other jurisdictions. This may include, but is not limited to, being banned from their casino properties worldwide for the duration of my inclusion in the Responsible Gaming Database. I also understand that it is not the responsibility of the Michigan Gaming Control Board to inform me of such decisions made by internet gaming operators and platform providers, as well as sports betting operators and platform providers.
Other self-exclusion options for Michigan residents
Different operators offer various tools, including limits imposed on your account within a specific time frame.
Residents have the option to register for exclusion from a specific online gambling platform.
A notable example is BetMGM, which has collaborated with Conscious Gaming to implement a self-exclusion feature called PlayPause. PlayPause effectively prevents players from accessing BetMGM products within specific regions, such as Indiana.
Websites of online operators must include the contact information for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Gambling Disorder Help-line, which can be reached at 800-270-7117.
In addition, MI apps also incorporate a designated section or tab called “responsible gambling,” which assists users in establishing limits on deposits, wagers, and time spent. The responsible gambling section of FanDuel Sportsbook, for instance, mentions:
Our dedication lies in offering you the necessary tools and assistance to ensure responsible enjoyment. Therefore, we have simplified the process for you to establish personalized restrictions on your deposited funds, wagers, and time spent on the application or website. Additionally, you have the option to take a brief Timeout or permanently close your account.
In the end, Michigan’s goal is to provide numerous options for online gamblers to voluntarily abstain from playing and promote responsible gambling.
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