Bovada’s business in the bayou may soon become bygone. The state’s gambling regulatory agency has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the unlicensed online casino operator, informing it that its acceptance of paid plays violates Louisiana law.

While the Louisiana Gaming Control Board (LGCB) has little real enforcement power over Bovada, there is barely any downside to taking this action for the state. However, for Bovada, this issue will become a make-or-break point in the United States.

During an Aug. 15 hearing in the Louisiana House of Representatives, LGCB chair Chris Hebert told members that the LGCB sent the letter in question to Bovada’s parent company on Aug. 6.

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