Auctioneers License

Auditor-Treasurer

According to section 330.01 the County Auditor-Treasurer may license any natural person having the following qualifications.

Is at least 18 years of age.
Has been a resident of the county for at least 6 months.
Completes and signs application for "Auctioneer License" and
supplies required information regarding Worker's Compensation insurance, etc.
A corporate surety bond in a penal sum of not less than $1,000 nor more than $3,000 must be filed and kept by the county at the same time the application is completed, signed and filed with the auditor, conditioned that the auctioneer will pay all sums required by law and in all things conform to the laws relating to auctioneers.

The license fee is $20 and the license is valid for one year from the date of issue.  All forms are available here or by contacting the Auditor-Treasurer's Department at 320-591-1660 or 1-800-450-7463 ext. 1660

For more information, click here for Minnesota Statues - Auctioneer