A Washington state judge has issued a preliminary injunction preventing Kalshi from selling sports event contracts to residents. King County Superior Court Judge John McHale made the ruling after concluding the platform operates as an illegal gambling service within the state.
Scope of the Court Order
The injunction temporarily halts Kalshi’s ability to market these financial instruments to Washington consumers. Judge McHale’s decision centers on the regulatory classification of the platform’s offerings, noting that the company "offers illegal gambling activities to Washington consumers" that lack proper authorization under current state regulations.The preliminary measure remains in effect while the legal proceedings continue. Kalshi must pause all sports contract sales in the region until the court reaches a final determination on the platform’s compliance with Washington gambling laws.