Michigan Bartending License

Click the Sign In button at the top of the page to return to your Michigan Alcohol Seller-Server Course.

Yes. On August 1, 2001, the MLCC implemented the mandatory server training requirement for licensees obtaining a new on premises license or transferring more than 50% interest in an existing on-premises license. At a minimum, server trained supervisory personnel must be employed during all hours alcoholic beverages are served as outlined in MCL 436.1501(1).

Answer provided by the MLCC

The course is part of the educational program whose curriculum has been approved by the commission under the standards described in this section and is offered by an administrator or instructor to a retail licensee, or a licensee operating a tasting room or providing samples of alcoholic liquor, for its employees.

Answer provided by the MLCC

In Michigan, you must follow the rules and regulations of Michigan Liquor Control Code, Youth Employment Standards Act Act 90, and any related penal and vehicle code.

The agency that handles Michigan liquor licensing and/or bartender licensing rules and regulations in Michigan is The Michigan Liquor Control Commission. The contact information for The Michigan Liquor Control Commission is listed below. You can contact them to verify that online server certification (bartender license) can be obtained in Michigan. We have also listed that information where applicable.

The Michigan Liquor Control Commission

Telephone:  517-284-6250

https://www.michigan.gov/lara/bureau-list/lcc

Acceptable IDs include one of the following: 

• A valid current driver's license or photo ID card issued by the Illinois Secretary of State's Office or any other State
• A valid Armed Forces ID; 
• A valid U.S. passport or foreign passport (with U.S. travel visa) containing the holder's photograph.

Yes, you can legally confiscate a fake or fraudulent ID.

In the state of Michigan, you can pour alcohol at the age of 18, if supervised by someone who is 21. You can sell alcohol at 18 in grocery stores or convenience stores but you must be 21 to sell in a liquor store. To serve alcohol you must be 18, if supervised by someone who is 21

Yes, serving alcohol is acceptable.  However, you can not hold a license license in the state of Michigan if you have a felony.

Answer provided by the Law Office of Barton Morris

In the state of Michigan, driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) is .08.

“Michigan is one of many states that allow an injured person to hold a business liable for providing alcohol to a minor -- or to a visibly intoxicated person -- who then goes on to cause an accident. Laws like these are often known as "dram shop" laws, since vendors traditionally sold alcohol by a unit of measure called a "dram." In this article, we'll look at several key provisions of Michigan's dram shop law and how it might come into play in an injury claim after an alcohol-related accident.”

Answer provided by NOLO

Licensees (on-premises) are prohibited from offering "2 for 1" or other multiple drink promotions whereby multiple drinks are offered for one price.

With over 35 plus years of experience in the hospitality industry as an alcohol certification, we are without question the most reputable and experienced professionals in the business. Serving Alcohol began under Robert Pomplun who is a true expert as a consultant, instructor, manager, and coordinator. Our alcohol training and certification courses with Robert's guidance have benefited thousands of bartenders, servers, managers, owners, and security staff across the nation. Our courses will prepare you and your team with knowledge as the most critical component of responsible alcohol service.

Learn more About Us!