New York State Liquor Authority

Important Guidance

Legislation Permitting the Use of Municipal Space for Outdoor Dining

Instructions for Continued and New Use of Municipal Property

Recent/Proposed Policy Changes

Advisory 2021-16 Extension of COIVD-19 Related Relief Regarding Submission of Renewal Fees, Safekeeping Requirement and Collection of Civil Penalties

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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Governor Signs Legislation to Support NY Craft Industry

Governor Cuomo signs two bills to support the production of New York-grown hops and expand business opportunities for farm distilleries across the state.

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Winners of the 2018 NY Wine Classic

Governor Cuomo announces the winners of the 33rd New York Wine Classic, a nationally recognized competition highlighting the best of New York's wine and ciders.

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Results of 2nd Annual NYS Craft Beer Competition

Governor Cuomo announces the results of the second annual New York State Craft Beer Competition, which featured 642 New York State-brewed beers. For the second straight year, Brooklyn-based Threes Brewing won the Governor's Excelsior Cup.

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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

Public License Query

Search the Public License Query for active licenses in New York State by license number, address, premises or trade name, name of principal or by using an advanced search.

New York State Liquor Authority

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