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Gambling Self-Exclusion in Kansas

Kansas has four state-owned commercial casinos, several tribal casinos, retail and online sports betting, and the Kansas Lottery.

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The short answer

Kansas residents can self-exclude from gambling through Voluntary Exclusion Program (VEP), run by Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission (KRGC). Exclusion periods: 2 years or lifetime. The VEP bans enrollees from the four state-owned casinos (Boot Hill, Kansas Star, Hollywood at Kansas Speedway, Kansas Crossing); a separate statewide KRGC Sports Wagering Exclusion Program disables all active sports wagering accounts and blocks new ones.

The program: Voluntary Exclusion Program (VEP)

Run by
Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission (KRGC)
What it covers
The VEP bans enrollees from the four state-owned casinos (Boot Hill, Kansas Star, Hollywood at Kansas Speedway, Kansas Crossing); a separate statewide KRGC Sports Wagering Exclusion Program disables all active sports wagering accounts and blocks new ones.
Durations
2 years · lifetime
Help line
(785) 296-5800

How to enroll

  1. 1 In person at any of the four state-owned Kansas casinos by asking for a KRGC agent (no appointment needed)
  2. 2 By appointment at the KRGC office in Topeka, 700 SW Harrison Suite 420 (call 785-296-5800)
  3. 3 For sports wagering: complete the exclusion form and submit it with a photo ID via KRGC's secure upload (request access at krgc@ks.gov)

Official page: krgc.kansas.gov/problem-gambling/voluntary-exclusion-program — enroll there directly, never through a third-party site.

What to watch out for

Tribal casinos are not covered; they maintain their own exclusion lists. Two-year enrollees are not removed automatically: removal requires a problem gambling assessment and completion of healthy-lifestyle courses, with the commission deciding eligibility. Sports wagering exclusions cannot be ended early. Violators face criminal trespass arrest and forfeit chips, jackpots, tickets, and winnings. Kansas helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER.

Self-exclusion alone isn't enough

Kansas's program only binds operators licensed in the state — offshore sites and crypto casinos ignore it. The setup that holds is layered: self-exclusion plus a gambling blocker on your devices plus a gambling block on your bank card. For the full walkthrough, start with our self-exclusion guide or the complete guide to quitting gambling.

Frequently asked questions

Does Kansas have a gambling self-exclusion program?
Yes. Voluntary Exclusion Program (VEP) is run by Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission (KRGC). The VEP bans enrollees from the four state-owned casinos (Boot Hill, Kansas Star, Hollywood at Kansas Speedway, Kansas Crossing); a separate statewide KRGC Sports Wagering Exclusion Program disables all active sports wagering accounts and blocks new ones.
How long does self-exclusion last in Kansas?
You can choose 2 years or lifetime. Note: Tribal casinos are not covered; they maintain their own exclusion lists. Two-year enrollees are not removed automatically: removal requires a problem gambling assessment and completion of healthy-lifestyle courses, with the commission deciding eligibility. Sports wagering exclusions cannot be ended early. Violators face criminal trespass arrest and forfeit chips, jackpots, tickets, and winnings. Kansas helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER.
How do I sign up for self-exclusion in Kansas?
In person at any of the four state-owned Kansas casinos by asking for a KRGC agent (no appointment needed). By appointment at the KRGC office in Topeka, 700 SW Harrison Suite 420 (call 785-296-5800). For sports wagering: complete the exclusion form and submit it with a photo ID via KRGC's secure upload (request access at krgc@ks.gov). Always use the official page — never a third-party site.
Does Kansas self-exclusion cover offshore and crypto gambling sites?
No. State self-exclusion only binds operators licensed in Kansas. Offshore and crypto casinos ignore it, which is why you should pair it with a gambling blocker app and a bank gambling block.

Cashout walks you through this, step by step.

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