asking bc i thought it was 18 everywhere but my friend said its 21 in some places and now im confused. is it different depending on what state ur in or is there like a federal age for it
also does it change if ur betting on a site vs going to an actual sportsbook in person
Your friend’s right, it’s 18 in some states, 21 in others. Always double check both your state’s laws and your sportsbook’s own rules.
It’s not a one-size-fits-all thing, some spots are 18 and some crank it up to 21, especially if there’s live dealer promos in the mix. Site rules might look chill but your payout hits a wall if state law disagrees, so don’t just trust the signup age.
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Definitely not a one size fits all answer. Some states require you to be 21 for any sportsbook, others are fine with 18, and it can even change for online sites compared to in person. It tripped me up once on a slot site, so now I always check the site's own FAQ first before even trying to deposit.