Start in iMessageWest Virginia Casino and Online Gambling Self-Exclusion
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West Virginia offers a self-exclusion program for people who want to voluntarily exclude themselves from covered gambling. Below you will find program details, how to apply, and what to verify before enrolling.
Program Details
West Virginia Lottery Self-Exclusion Program
Mail or In-PersonDuration
Permanent unless removal is approved; review available after 1 year
Covers
All four West Virginia racetracks and casinos, The Historic Greenbrier Casino, and sports-betting and iGaming mobile or online applications associated with the West Virginia Lottery
Official Website
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Follow these steps to enroll in West Virginia's self-exclusion program.
- 1
Open the current West Virginia Lottery Self-Exclusion Request Form and read every acknowledgement before completing it
- 2
Complete every required field, read and initial each acknowledgement, and attach a copy of the government-issued photo identification described by the form
- 3
Complete the form in the presence of West Virginia Lottery Security Personnel, or have the signature notarized when completing it elsewhere
- 4
Mail the completed form to the West Virginia Lottery address printed on the current form, or contact the Lottery before arranging an in-person submission
- 5
Use the separate responsible-gaming control inside the iPlay account if you also want to exclude from account-based lottery services
Ending or Removing Self-Exclusion
The statewide exclusion remains in place permanently unless the West Virginia Lottery Commission or a court determines otherwise. The Commission will consider a written removal request submitted on its current removal form after at least one year, but approval is not automatic.
Important Notes
The statewide form covers casinos, iGaming, and sports betting associated with the West Virginia Lottery. It explicitly does not exclude a person from the Lottery's iPlay account; that requires a separate self-exclusion through the iPlay website, app, or support center. The official form also states that inclusion on the statewide list is a public record.
Official Sources
Program rules can change. Check these regulator pages before submitting personal information or relying on a duration or removal rule.
Add backup barriers
- Find confidential help
Use official helplines, peer support, treatment directories, and crisis resources.
- Add device barriers
Build a gambling-blocker plan while an exclusion application is processed.
- Protect money access
Ask your bank which gambling-category controls it supports and add backup limits.
While you wait for your exclusion to process, add phone barriers with Detachr
Self-exclusion can take days or weeks to go into effect. Detachr helps you add phone barriers and iMessage accountability while you wait.
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Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. If you are experiencing a gambling problem, please contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-MY-RESET or consult a qualified professional.