Michigan State Sign Regulations

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Our Michigan State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Michigan prohibits smoking in public places including bars, restaurants, and outdoor patios of bars and restaurants. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to cigar bars, retail tobacco shops, and casinos. The Dr. Ron Davis Smoke Free Air Law became effective on 5/1/2010 and is administered by the Department of Community Health. (12603)

Swimming Pool Signs

Act 368 of the Michigan Public Health Code stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The code became effective in 1978 and requires the posting of signs at public swimming pools and spas.

Concealed Weapon Signs

The Michigan public Act 381 allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the local city or county in which they reside. Among the requirements for issuing a permit are; an applicant must be at least 21 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, and does not have a documented mental illness. There are certain places such as schools, sports arenas, taverns, churches, casinos, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Michigan does not honor the CCW permits of any other state. (Sec 5b.1 a-h) (Sec 5o.1 a-h)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Michigan bans the use of hand-held cell phones for texting communications by all drivers of motorized vehicles. The law, HB4394, became effective on 7/1/2010. The State of Michigan also bans the use of handheld cell phones by commercial motor vehicles and school buses. The state also bans drivers under age 18 with Level 1 or 2 learner’s permits form the use of any type of cell phone. (Michigan Vehicle Code 257.602c)

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.