Georgia Expands Its National Self-Exclusion Registry to Over 30,000 Participants

Georgia Strengthens Efforts Against Gambling Harm

Georgia is actively addressing gambling-related issues by enhancing its national self-exclusion program, which is managed by the state Revenue Service.

Growth in Self-Exclusion Registrations

The self-exclusion list now includes more than 30,000 individuals, with a total of 30,451 people registered. Since early May, an additional 4,000 individuals have joined the program. Most participants, 30,392 to be exact, have voluntarily enrolled, while 59 have been added through court orders.

Increased Accessibility Drives Expansion

The rise in registrations is not necessarily due to an increase in gambling or problematic behavior. Instead, the growth reflects efforts to make the self-exclusion system more accessible and user-friendly for those seeking help.

Confidential and Secure Protection

The Revenue Service emphasizes that the program provides a confidential and secure means for individuals to shield themselves from gambling addiction. Once added to the list, individuals are barred from gambling both in physical locations and on regulated online platforms throughout the country.

Challenges with Unregulated Gambling

Despite these measures, challenges remain as some participants still engage with unregulated gambling websites. The government continues to focus on combating illegal gambling activities alongside promoting self-exclusion.