{"id":20080,"date":"2026-03-19T15:32:35","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T12:32:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/igamingeuropa.com\/?p=20077"},"modified":"2026-03-19T15:32:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T12:32:35","slug":"criticism-mounts-against-croatias-gambling-laws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/igamingeuropa.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/19\/criticism-mounts-against-croatias-gambling-laws\/","title":{"rendered":"Criticism Mounts Against Croatia\u2019s Gambling Laws"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Croatian legislators Bo\u017eo Petrov and Marin Mileti\u0107 have expressed concerns over the effectiveness of the country&#8217;s 2025 gambling legislation, warning that it still leaves children and young people vulnerable to gambling promotion. They highlighted that gaps in enforcement, sponsorship practices, and new legal loopholes have hindered the law\u2019s capacity to provide real safeguards.<\/strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\"> Croatia\u2019s Gambling Laws<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During a Tuesday press conference, Petrov and Mileti\u0107 pointed out that, despite some regulatory advances, the law falls short of its primary objective: shielding minors from gambling-related harms. Petrov explained that operators have exploited ambiguous provisions within the law to shift their advertising presence from traditional channels into sponsorship arrangements. This shift has led to increased visibility of betting and casino logos in sports, culture, and public events. Of particular concern, he noted, are instances where children and underage athletes wear jerseys adorned with gambling logos, which he argues normalizes gambling in spaces that should be safe from such influences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mileti\u0107 echoed these concerns, emphasizing that the government has failed to curb promotional activities linked to sports sponsorships. He expressed disapproval of children wearing shirts with bookmaker logos, stressing that sports should not serve as a platform for gambling promotion, especially when young audiences are involved. The lawmakers criticized the law\u2019s practical application, asserting that operators continue to maintain high levels of visibility despite new restrictions, embedding their branding into everyday environments accessible to minors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/igamingeuropa.com\/booming-games-releases-blazin-bonus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Booming Games releases Blazin\u2019 Bonus<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Petrov further highlighted ongoing issues with operators\u2019 compliance, noting that some refuse to register players in the official exclusion list despite legal obligations. This problem is particularly troubling for individuals attempting to cease gambling. He also pointed out a loophole involving hospitality venues: some businesses have replaced betting terminals with gambling machines after removing their original terminals, illustrating how businesses can quickly adapt when regulations lack clarity. The lawmakers stressed that these regulatory gaps demand urgent legislative attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The political party Most is advocating for amendments aimed at closing these loopholes and preventing covert advertising through sponsorships. Petrov and Mileti\u0107 linked this issue to their \u201cFreedom of Our Youth\u201d campaign, which promotes a comprehensive national strategy addressing online gambling, alcohol, drugs, and internet addiction. They framed the gambling debate within a broader context of public health and youth protection, indicating that future policy efforts will prioritize enforcement and investigate unintended consequences related to sponsorship practices, venue-based gambling, and player protection measures. <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-white-color\">Croatia\u2019s Gambling Laws<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Croatian legislators Bo\u017eo Petrov and Marin Mileti\u0107 have expressed concerns over the effectiveness of the country&#8217;s 2025 gambling legislation, warning that it still leaves children and young people vulnerable to gambling promotion. They highlighted that gaps in enforcement, sponsorship practices, and new legal loopholes have hindered the law\u2019s capacity to provide real safeguards. 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