Legal Status – Social vs. Real Money

Social Gaming vs. Sweepstakes

Is a social casino legal in California? Yes, but only if there is zero chance of winning a prize.

• Legal Social Play: Apps where you play with “Gold Coins” that have no value and cannot be redeemed.
• Illegal Sweepstakes: Any site using a “dual currency” to award cash prizes (e.g., Stake.us).

Because most players find “fun-only” games boring, the migration to real money games in California is at an all-time high. Sites like Jackpot Capital offer the same slot mechanics but with the ability to actually withdraw your winnings to your bank account or crypto wallet.