Michigan restaurant and bar owners should be aware their liquor licenses could be on the line if they are caught in violation of a COVID-19 health department order. | Stock Photo
Michigan restaurant and bar owners should be aware their liquor licenses could be on the line if they are caught in violation of a COVID-19 health department order. | Stock Photo
Three restaurants/bars had their liquor licenses suspended for violating the state’s COVID-19 regulations, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) said, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.
Failure to require staff and patrons to wear face coverings were among the violations the commission reported. In addition, citations were issued for failure to prohibit patrons from congregating.
Businesses cited are located in Houghton, Lakeview and St. Joseph.
The state has encouraged local residents to report businesses for “suspected noncompliance” of state orders.
“The MLCC’s Enforcement Division, on behalf of the Commission, investigates all complaints relative to allegations of violations of the code, rules and executive orders, especially during this COVID-19 pandemic,” the state press release said, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.
Seven other businesses also were fined or had their liquor licenses suspended for COVID-19 violations.
Three businesses in Newaygo, Fremont and Fenton had their liquor licenses suspended. Fines are between $1,000 and $5,000. Four businesses in Sandusky, Calumet, Lapeer and Fenton were fined for violations of an order put out by director Robert Gordon. The order ended dine-in restaurant service, effective Nov. 18 through Tuesday, Dec. 8.
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