While many states do not allow the home delivery of liquor, there are a myriad of delivery applications such as Drizly and Thirstie that help facilitate the home delivery of alcohol from retail locations in states that otherwise outlaw it.
What States Can You Buy Alcohol Online
Because of this, many have resorted to having household items delivered through online delivery platforms. Though residents in select states are able to order alcohol, many people in other states are barred from doing the same.
Yes, it is. Utah Code Annotated 32B-4-419 states, A person may not permit any other person to become intoxicated as defined in section 76-9-701, or any intoxicated person to consume any alcoholic beverage in any premises of which the person is the owner, tenant, or occupant, or in any chartered bus or limousine of which the person is the owner or operator.
You can find copies of Utah law at any public library or online at You can purchase your own copy of Utah Criminal and Traffic Code from the Utah Safety Council 1574 West 1700 South, Ste 2A, Salt Lake City, Utah 84104. They will also ship the book to you. Call them at 801-478-7878.
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Anyone, or any business, that sells any alcoholic product for the consumer to drink in the business or off premise. Utah Code Annotated 32B-4-501(1) states, A person may not operate a restaurant, airport lounge, private club, on premise beer retailer outlet, or similar establishment that allows patrons, customers, members, guests, visitors, or other persons to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages on the premises, except as provided by this title or the rules of the commission.
Utah code annotated 32B-4-404 states, A person may not sell, offer to sell or otherwise furnish or supply any alcoholic beverage or product to any person who is apparently under the influence of intoxicating alcoholic beverages or products or drugs or to a person whom the person furnishing the alcoholic beverage knew or should have known from the circumstances was under the influence of intoxicating alcoholic beverages or products or drugs.
Utah code annotated 32B-4-405 states, A person may not sell, offer to sell, or otherwise furnish or supply a
any alcoholic beverage or product to any known interdicted person.
Note: An interdicted person is anyone who is prohibited by law or a court order from consuming alcohol or from associating with persons who are consuming alcohol.
No, with some exceptions. It is ILLEGAL to go to another state, purchase the booze and bring it back to Utah. It is ILLEGAL to receive alcoholic beverages through the US Postal service or any other courier service. The exceptions are listed below.
Utah code annotated 32B-4-414 states, A person may not have or possess within this state any liquor unless authorized by this title or the rules of the commission, except that: (a) a person who clears United States Customs when entering this country may have or possess for personal consumption and not for sale or resale, a maximum amount of one liter of liquor purchased from without the United States; or (b) a person who moves his residence to this state from outside of this state may have or possess for personal consumption and not for sale or resale, any liquor previously purchased outside the state and brought into this state during the move, if: (i) the person first obtains department approval prior to moving the liquor into the state; (ii) the department affixes the official state label to the liquor; and (iii) the person pays the department a reasonable administrative handling fee as determined by the commission.
No. It is illegal for any employee of a liquor licensee to drink alcoholic beverages while on duty. As stated in UCA 32b-5-308(1)(a), An employee of a licensee, while on duty may not consume an alcoholic beverage or be under the influence of alcoholic beverages.
Valid on 750ml or larger Spirits Direct spirits. Excludes items with prices ending in 7. Valid on items with retail price less than $499.99. Cannot be combined with any other Total Wine & More spirits discount. Limit one online code per customer. Good thru 4/2/2023.
We strive to keep our online inventory availability as accurate as possible, but sometimes an item will unexpectedly go out of stock. In these rare cases, the unavailable items will be removed from your order. You will receive an email notification when any items are removed from your order. Unfortunately, we do not have the ability to hold orders until inventory comes available. If you have a question about a cancelled item or order, please contact Customer Service.
Online wine sales increased dramatically during the pandemic. And several state legislatures are working on laws that would make it easier to purchase spirits online. The demand is there, which could mean online alcohol sales are about to skyrocket, and savvy web retailers could take advantage of growing consumer enthusiasm.
Some exceptions to the three-tiered system have happened over the last decade. California, not surprisingly, allows wineries more latitude in selling to restaurants and retailers, and consumers can buy wine directly from producers in most states. But these scenarios are limited. Most alcohol sales in the U.S. exist through the three-tier system, and it gets confusing when those sales occur online.
What are the age requirements for employees who sell and serve alcohol?
A business issued a license that allows for the sale, service, and consumption of alcoholic liquor on the premises may allow 17-year-old employees to sell and serve alcoholic liquor to customers. The 17-year-old employee must have successfully completed a server training program approved by the Commission. During a shift when a 17-year-old employee is selling and serving alcohol, there must also be supervisory personnel on the premises that are at least 18 years old and who have also successfully completed a server training program. Please visit the Commission's server training webpage for information on the approved server training programs available. Furthermore, it is important to note that the Youth Employment Standards Act (MCL 409.115) prohibits work permits to be issued to 16- or 17-year-olds to work in an establishment where alcoholic beverages are sold for consumption on the premises unless food or other goods constitutes at least 50% of the total gross receipts.
What alcohol products must be bagged when they are sold?
There are no Michigan Laws or Administrative Rules regarding products being bagged. The habit of bagging most likely stems from sellers wanting to contain the glass shards if a bottle was dropped and broken. Check with the local police departments regarding possible local ordinances that require alcohol to be bagged.
What is the return policy on liquor products?
Administrative Rule 436.1531 states that an off-premises licensee may accept from a customer, for a cash refund or exchange, an alcoholic liquor product purchased by the customer from the off-premises licensee if the product is demonstrably spoiled or contaminated or the container damaged to the extent that the contents would likely be of an unsanitary nature or unfit for consumption and if the returned product is not resold and is removed from the licensed premises as soon as practicable, but not more than 14 days after its return. Otherwise, retailers cannot accept returns on alcohol for exchange or refund.
Must minors be out of my bar/restaurant by 9pm?
Not necessarily, MCL 750.141, Section 141 of the Michigan Penal code states that a minor child under 17 years of age shall not be permitted to remain in a dance hall, saloon, barroom or any place where spirituous or intoxicating liquor, wine or beer ...is sold unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. The section does not prevent the township, city or village from establishing more stringent regulations. Also, some establishments have made it their own policy to ask minors to leave in the late evening however it is not a rule of the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. Check with your local police department regarding possible local ordinances that address this issue.
Does someone need, or can they get, a temporary liquor license for a private affair at a banquet hall?
The only type of temporary licenses available are for bona fide non-profit organizations such as Veterans of Foreign Wars, Knights of Columbus, etc.. Normally, if someone is having a function at a banquet hall such as a wedding reception and the host and/or guests are supplying the food and alcoholic beverages and there are no charges of any kind including any entry fee or donation, no type of liquor license is available or required. However, it is recommended that those who contemplate such an activity contact the local law enforcement agency or prosecutor's office for any additional information, since they have jurisdiction in such matters.
Do local law enforcement officers have the right to conduct a search of my establishment?
MCL 436.1217, Section 217 (2) of the Michigan Liquor Control Code states " A licensee shall make the licensed premises available for inspection and search by a commission investigator or law enforcement officer empowered to enforce the commission's rules and this act during regular business hours or when the licensed premises are occupied by the licensee or a clerk, servant, agent, or employee of the licensee. Evidence of a violation of this act or rules promulgated under this act discovered under this subsection may be seized and used in an administrative or court proceeding."
I thought gambling devices were prohibited in licensed establishments so how do the casinos operate and sell alcohol and why does the bar down the street offer Keno?
Rule 436.1013 prohibits unlawful gambling and gambling paraphernalia on MLCC licensed premises but legitimate gambling as licensed by the Michigan Bureau of State Lottery (1-800-592-4040) or via the Michigan Gaming Control Board (1-517-241-0040, Lansing or 1-313-456-4100, Detroit office) is acceptable.
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