Baltimore has initiated legal proceedings against prediction market operators Kalshi and Polymarket. The city alleges that both platforms violated the local Consumer Protection Ordinance by misleading residents.
Regulatory Scope and Precedent
The municipal government claims the platforms failed to provide clear terms to local users. Authorities state that the marketing and operational practices of these prediction services do not align with established consumer safeguards.This legal action marks a broader expansion of the city's oversight into digital wagering platforms. Baltimore previously pursued litigation against several major sportsbook providers and sweepstakes casino companies. Mayor Brandon Scott's administration continues to prioritize local gambling compliance through these enforcement measures.