Checking ID
- Be polite but firm. Explain that you will get into serious trouble if you do not check everyone’s ID.
- Learn how to read birth dates to determine if a person is 21 or older.
- Make sure the picture on the ID matches the person.
Safe alcohol sales and service
We share tips for selling and serving alcohol safely.
Tips
If uncomfortable, find a supervisor
- If a customer gives you a hard time, offer to let them speak to the owner or manager.
- If you come across a difficult situation, ask your supervisor how to handle it.
- Ask your supervisor to explain anything confusing.
- If in doubt, refuse to sell.
- Do not accept excuses such as, "I forgot my license at home."
More
- Help your co-workers. Remind each other. Back each other up.
- If someone attempts to share their alcoholic drink with a minor, ask them to stop or leave your property.
Contact us
Business Licenses & Consumer Services
Phone
612-673-2080
Fax
612-673-3399
Address
Public Service Building505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 220
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Office hours
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday – Thursday
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday