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New York State Liquor Authority

Important Guidance

Eligibility for Temporary Retail Permits

Emailing the Municipal/Community Board 30 Day Advance Notices

Recent Updates

2023 SUMMER SHUTDOWN PERIOD FOR EMPIRE MERCHANTS (METRO)

Off-Premises Catering License Now Available

Proposed Rewrite of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law on a Policy-Neutral Basis

2022-2023 Year-End Retailer Inventory Replenishment

Proposed Regulatory Reform Package on ATAP Human Trafficking Prevention Update

Mandatory Signs for Licensees Approved for Adult Entertainment/Exotic Dancing

Amendments to the ABC Law Included in the FY 2023 Budget

Law/SLA Guidance/FAQ on Sale of Wine and Liquor To-Go by On Premises Retail Licensees

Suffering and Permitting Gambling is Still Illegal

Use of Outdoor Municipal Property Under Recent Change in Law

What We Do Topics of Interest

Get a License

If your business deals with the importation, manufacture, distribution or sale of alcohol in NY, you need a liquor license.

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Renew Your License

You will receive a renewal advisory approximately three months before your license expires.

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Permits

All Special Event Permits, Transportation Permits and Marketing Permits can be applied for online.

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Price Posting

Manufacturers and wholesalers must file a schedule of the prices at which they will sell liquor and wine.

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Brand Label Registration

Brand Label Registration is required for all liquor, beer, wine products, and wine specialties sold in New York State

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Are you on the C.O.D. List?

Check to see if you have been placed on the C.O.D. list by a wholesaler.

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Featured Guidance

On-Premises Quick Reference

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Off-Premises Quick Reference

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File a Complaint

The Authority receives complaints from law enforcement agencies, governmental agencies, community groups, industry members, elected officials and members of the public. Licensees should also report any non-compliance with the ABC Law and SLA rules regarding their operations.

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Police Department Referrals

Self Report a Violation

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