New Jersey to publish online regulations next month

Guidelines for Internet wagering are to be issued via the New Jersey Register on June 3, followed by a 60-day public comment period with final adoption following review process due to take place soon after.

“New Jersey has once again proven to be in the forefront of casino gaming with the development of Internet wagering regulations for all casino games,” he added.

“I commend the staff of the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement for their commitment and diligence to developing regulations that ensure both effective oversight and the integrity of operations.”

The gaming regulator stated that the draft regulations include technical standards for the establishment of player integrity systems and safeguards against underage and problem gambling alongside criterion for age verification, the prevention of fraud and funding limits.

“Key operational controls and security measures are required in the regulations to ensure that patron access to the Internet is occurring within the boundaries of the state of New Jersey,” read a statement from the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement.

“Individuals do not have to be residents of the state but must be located within the state to participate in Internet gaming through a permitted Atlantic City casino.”