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Gambling Self-Exclusion in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. has retail sportsbooks, district-wide online sports betting apps, and the DC Lottery including online play; there are no casinos.

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The short answer

Washington, D.C. residents can self-exclude from gambling through Self-Exclusion Program, run by Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG). Exclusion periods: 1 year, 18 months, 3 years, 5 years or lifetime. One request bans you from all gambling the OLG licenses in the District: retail and online sports betting, lottery retailers and online lottery play, with forfeiture of any winnings while excluded.

The program: Self-Exclusion Program

Run by
Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG)
What it covers
One request bans you from all gambling the OLG licenses in the District: retail and online sports betting, lottery retailers and online lottery play, with forfeiture of any winnings while excluded.
Durations
1 year · 18 months · 3 years · 5 years · lifetime
Help line
202-788-2102

How to enroll

  1. 1 In person at OLG headquarters, 2235 Shannon Place SE, Washington, DC 20020; call the Responsible Gaming Specialist at 202-788-2102 or email SelfExclusionProgram@dc.gov for an appointment
  2. 2 At any licensed Class A or B sports wagering facility, which are authorized to process applications
  3. 3 Via the self-exclusion application on the OLG website (dclottery.com)

Official page: dclottery.com/player-resources/play-responsibly/self-exclusion-program — enroll there directly, never through a third-party site.

What to watch out for

Exclusion is irrevocable for the chosen term (it can be lengthened, never shortened), lifetime enrollment requires having been enrolled at least six months first, and you are not removed automatically when the term ends: you must request removal, which the OLG FAQ describes as an in-person exit session.

Self-exclusion alone isn't enough

Washington, D.C.'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 Washington, D.C. have a gambling self-exclusion program?
Yes. Self-Exclusion Program is run by Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG). One request bans you from all gambling the OLG licenses in the District: retail and online sports betting, lottery retailers and online lottery play, with forfeiture of any winnings while excluded.
How long does self-exclusion last in Washington, D.C.?
You can choose 1 year, 18 months, 3 years, 5 years or lifetime. Note: Exclusion is irrevocable for the chosen term (it can be lengthened, never shortened), lifetime enrollment requires having been enrolled at least six months first, and you are not removed automatically when the term ends: you must request removal, which the OLG FAQ describes as an in-person exit session.
How do I sign up for self-exclusion in Washington, D.C.?
In person at OLG headquarters, 2235 Shannon Place SE, Washington, DC 20020; call the Responsible Gaming Specialist at 202-788-2102 or email SelfExclusionProgram@dc.gov for an appointment. At any licensed Class A or B sports wagering facility, which are authorized to process applications. Via the self-exclusion application on the OLG website (dclottery.com). Always use the official page — never a third-party site.
Does Washington, D.C. self-exclusion cover offshore and crypto gambling sites?
No. State self-exclusion only binds operators licensed in Washington, D.C.. 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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