Sports betting and gambling: Experts warn of the dangers

Experts have told us they are are worried about the availability of sports betting and gambling and how this could really impact people.

This week, the Ohio Casino Control Commission warned the sports betting industry of violating their rules for advertisements.

Legalized sports betting goes into effect Sunday, January 1, but just days ahead of the launch the state has told operators to make their messages more clear.

"We do remind our advertisers that they can't be, you know, targeting those under the age of 21," said Jessica Franks with the Ohio Casino Control Commission.

Franks told 3News that the Ohio Casino Control Commission has granted licenses to more than 1,000 businesses. Most of the licenses are for sports betting kiosks, which will be inside bars, restaurants and grocery stores.

The Ohio Lottery Commission will oversee the kiosks, and told 3News that at least 750 retailers will have the kiosks operating on Sunday.

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