March 9, 2005

The Michigan Liquor Control Commission would like to remind licensees, applicants, potential license holders and other interested parties that transfers in license ownership, building changes, direct connections, etc. MUST be approved by the Commission PRIOR TO the sale or service of any alcohol products.  The message below is printed on many commission forms and publications.

"IMPORTANT: Information on obtaining a license to sell alcohol beverages at retail or the transfer of an existing license is available from the Commission's offices in Lansing.  Applicants should not invest any money nor commit themselves by any binding agreement in the expectation of receiving a license until officially notified of the Commission's approval.  Applicants are also warned against payment of any money to persons who claim they can obtain a license.  This is a form of deception and fraud and persons soliciting and/or accepting money under such pretense will be prosecuted."