Legal Question in Tax Law in Illinois

Online gambling payout

I won 21,000 dollars playing blackjack at

bodog online casino. I paid with instant

check and the payout will also be paid with

instant check into my account. I was

wondering if I can get in any trouble for

these winnings and what I can do to not

get into any trouble?


Asked on 12/03/06, 5:43 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Re: Online gambling payout

You will most likely receive a W2-G at the end of the year from the online service, indicating your winnings.

If you have gambling losses from the year, you may deduct them up the extent of your winnings (if you have evidence of the losses).

Consult your tax preparer to be sure that you report the earnings and losses in the proper way.

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Answered on 12/04/06, 1:16 pm


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