South Carolina residents may cross to bet legally

South Carolina residents cannot bet online in their state but can drive to North Carolina, where online betting is legal. North Carolina's law, effective since March 2024, allows eight sportsbook companies to operate, using geolocation to block out-of-state bets. During the recent NFL season, over 7.7 million geolocation checks were recorded in South Carolina, indicating significant interest in betting. This marks a 436 percent increase in mobile sports betting accounts compared to the previous season, suggesting many South Carolinians may be crossing the border to place bets. Efforts to legalize gambling in South Carolina continue, but current proposals face opposition from Governor Henry McMaster. A bill has been introduced to allow online betting, which could generate millions in revenue for the state.