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What charges did Kris Mayes file against Kalshi?
In March 2026, Mayes filed 20 misdemeanor counts against Kalshi for operating an unlicensed wagering business and election wagering, stemming from bets placed by state agents on sports, player props, and Arizona elections.
Is Kris Mayes still pursuing the Kalshi case?
Yes. After a federal judge blocked the prosecution, the Ninth Circuit revived Arizona's case in 2026, allowing state enforcement to proceed alongside similar actions in other states.
What is Kris Mayes' role in prediction market regulation?
As Arizona AG, Mayes has led state-level challenges asserting that Kalshi's event contracts constitute illegal gambling under state law, rejecting CFTC registration as a complete shield against enforcement.
Who is Kris Mayes?
Kristin Kay Mayes is the 27th Attorney General of Arizona, a Democrat elected in 2022 by 280 votes. She previously served on the Arizona Corporation Commission and as a professor at ASU's law school.
Has Kris Mayes taken other actions related to gambling or prediction markets?
Her primary focus in this area has been the Kalshi prosecution; Arizona was the first state to bring criminal charges against the platform.