The Bureau of State Lottery is
responsible for licensing retailers to sell Lottery tickets in order to
maximize net revenue. To accomplish this, the Bureau processes applications and
issues licenses or notice of rejection to applicants in accordance with
applicable laws, rules and regulations.
A. NAME OF PERMIT OR APPROVAL:
Lottery License
B. STATUTORY AUTHORITY:
McCauley-Traxler-Law-Bowman-McNeely Lottery Act, Act 239 of 1972
C. APPLICABLE REGULATION:
Michigan
Administrative Code, (R 432.1 et seq.)
D. SUMMARY OF PERMIT/APPROVAL PROCESS:
1.
Applicability (activities that require the permit)
A License is required for the sale of Lottery tickets in the State of Michigan.
2.
Pre-Application Requirements
Organizations or businesses licensed by the Michigan Liquor Control
Commission to sell beer, wine and/or spirits for consumption on the premises
are eligible to apply for a Lottery Club Game License.
Any person 18 years of age or older and a Retailer in the State of Michigan
may submit an application for licensure as a lottery retailer in accordance Act
239 of the Public Acts of 1972, and requirements of the Lottery's licensing
procedures, except no person may submit an application that: will be engaged
primarily in the business of selling lottery tickets only, or an employee of
the Michigan Lottery or resides in the same household as an employee of the
Michigan Lottery.
The Commissioner or their designee may license those persons who, in their
opinion, will best serve the public interest,
convenience, and public trust in the Lottery and promote the sales of Lottery
tickets. Before issuing or renewing a license, the Commissioner may consider
factors including, but not limited to, the following: the financial
responsibility and security of the applicant and their business or activity,
the accessibility of the place of business or activity to all the public, the
sufficiency of existing Lottery retailers to serve the public convenience, the
expected sales volume of lottery tickets, and the ability to offer a high level
of customer service to lottery players.
Applicants do not have to hire a consultant for assistance with the license
application process.
3.
Application Submission Requirements
Submission of a completed Lottery Licensing Application
packet and the non-fundable $150 application fee.
4.
Procedures and Time-Frame for Obtaining Permit or Approval
The Bureau of State Lottery wishes to advise all applicants for licenses
and/or changes of ownership not to invest any money or commit themselves by any
binding agreements in the expectation of being issued a license or approval of
a change of ownership until officially notified by the Lottery that their
application has been approved.
The application process is as follows:
·
The retail applicant submits a completed
licensing application packet including the non-refundable $150 application fee.
·
The Lottery conducts a background investigation
on the applicants. The background investigation includes a credit history
check, a tax record check, and a criminal history check. Most applicants with
an acceptable credit history and no criminal record that would adversely affect
the integrity of the Lottery may be licensed. ANY CRIMINAL RECORD MUST BE
DISCLOSED ON PERSONAL DATA SHEETS.
·
A copy of a bill of sale or other proof of
ownership must be provided before a license will be issued.
·
The retail applicant will be notified once a
terminal becomes available.
5.
Operational Requirements
Licensed Retailers must meet the weekly sales amount of $1000 to maintain
licensure, and operate in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, and
regulations.
6.
Fees
There is a one-time processing fee of $150, due at time of application. The
installation fee for equipment is $550 and is due when Lottery sales begin. The
annual license renewal fee is waived if the Retailer is not on a probationary
status with the Bureau.
7.
Appeal Process
Licensing and conference appeals shall be addressed to the Commissioner and
mailed to the attention of Retailer Services, Bureau of State Lottery, 101 E.
Hillsdale, Lansing, MI 48909 or faxed to (517) 241-0645.
8.
Public Input Opportunities
Not applicable.
E. Contact Information:
Contact
Us
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Creation/Revision Date: September 13, 2010
