Players in Detroit are subject to Michigan state gambling laws. Online poker is legal and regulated in this state. Licensed operators are available to residents. As with all residents of Michigan, those in Detroit should review applicable state regulations before participating in real-money online poker.
Key Facts
Online poker in Detroit falls under Michigan state law — legal & regulated
There are no city-specific online poker regulations in Detroit; state law governs all online gambling activity
Players physically located in Detroit are bound by Michigan's online poker rules, regardless of where a platform is licensed
Geolocation technology used by licensed operators confirms a player's physical location at the time of play
USDC-based platforms like Powka offer a transparent, low-rake alternative to traditional online poker sites
Play on Powka
Powka is a no-limit Texas Hold'em platform with a 1% rake. Deposits and withdrawals are handled in USDC.