TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – The Arizona Department of Gaming is expanding its resources to help residents climb out of gambling-related debt, following a record-breaking surge in people choosing to ban themselves from betting.
The state’s Division of Problem Gambling announced a new program offering free financial counseling specifically for individuals who have voluntarily self-excluded from Arizona casinos and sportsbooks.
According to state officials, a record 651 Arizona residents have voluntarily banned themselves from gambling for periods of either one, five, or ten years…