As of October 2023, California does not allow statewide sports betting. Although there have been various proposals and ballot measures aimed at legalizing it, none have successfully passed. Efforts to regulate sports betting have faced significant opposition from tribal gaming interests and other stakeholders. However, the landscape may change in the future as public interest grows and legislative discussions continue. For now, Californians seeking to place sports bets often turn to online platforms based outside the state, which operate in a legal gray area.