Minnesota State Sign Regulations

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Our Minnesota 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 Minnesota prohibits smoking in public places, places of employment including bars, restaurants, and public vehicles. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to designated hotel/motel rooms, designated areas in nursing homes and psychiatric facilities, retail tobacco shops, and Native American spiritual ceremonies. The Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act became law on 10/1/2010 and is administered by the Department of Health. (144.411 – 144.417)

Swimming Pool Signs

The Minnesota Department of Public Health stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. The Minnesota Pool Code became effective in 2000. (4717.0150 to 4717.3975)

Concealed Weapon Signs

The State of Minnesota allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the sheriff of the 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, is not forbidden to possess a firearm under Minnesota statutes, and has completed an approved gun safety program. There are certain places such as state correctional facilities, courthouses, schools, universities, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Minnesota recognizes the CCW permits of a number of other states. (624.714)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Minnesota allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the sheriff of the 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, is not forbidden to possess a firearm under Minnesota statutes, and has completed an approved gun safety program. There are certain places such as state correctional facilities, courthouses, schools, universities, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Minnesota recognizes the CCW permits of a number of other states. (624.714)

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.