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State Information

Tennessee

Responsible Alcohol Training

Mandatory

Course Venue

Approved AIM Programs

ABC Permits offers the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) approved AIM to Serve Programs via online or classroom training for: The Responsible Beer and Wine Vendor Program (WIGS), Designated manager, and ABC Server Permit.

Can I become a Certified AIM Trainer?

Yes, please send inquiries to info@abcpermits.com Trainers must complete an application with the TABC, as well as attend a 2 day training workshop.

State Agency

Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission

  • RLPS Help Desk

    615-532-1915 or 615-741-1602

  • 500 James Robertson Pkwy, Fl 3

    Nashville, TN 37243

Requirements

Age to consume

21

Age to pour

18

Age to Sell

18

Age to Serve

18

Notes on Selling or Serving

N/A

Dram Shop Liability Laws

Yes

Dram Shop Liability Laws

Yes

Acceptable Forms of ID

Although Tennessee State law does not require liquor-by-the-drink establishments to check ID prior to serving an alcoholic beverage, in order to prevent sales to under 21 individuals, it is a recommended best practice for establishments to have an internal policy regarding checking identification prior to serving. Examples of the recommended forms of identification are:

  • Driver’s license
  • Concealed carry permit
  • ID card- state issue only
  • Passport
  • Passport card
  • Foreign passport with US visa
  • Military ID

Carding Requirements: On Premise establishments do not have mandatory carding policy, however, it is against the law to serve anyone under the age of 21. Off Premise establishments must card everyone, this includes grocery stores, package stores, and convenience stores. The ID cannot be expired. A carding exemption can be made for those who are obviously over the age of 50.

Additional Information section

First you must apply for your RLPS before taking an accredited ABC server permit class. This RLPS is the application process that can only be done online at  https://rlps.abc.tn.gov/citizenaccess/.  Once you have completed the application process you will be given a RLPS number that will be formatted in the following format: Example: 21A-NPER-SER-000000.  You will take this RLPS number and provide it to your in-person class trainer or in the RLPS field for the online ABC course.  For step by step instructions for the RLPS application, Click Here for the Video.

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