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Category Archives: Liquor Licensing

NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY EMERGENCY SUSPENSIONS

The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) regulates and controls the manufacture, sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages within the state. The SLA works hand in hand local law enforcement across the State to ensure compliance with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law. In addition, the Authority issues and renews licenses and permits to manufacturers, distributors,… Read More »

NEW YORK STATE LIQUOR AUTHORITY INVESTIGATIVE METHODS

The New York State Liquor Authority (“SLA”) utilizes underage agents to investigate allegations of sales of alcoholic beverages to minors. The agents are recruited from school programs where they are pursuing careers in law enforcement and criminal justice. Under the supervision of a law enforcement agency, the agent will enter a licensed premises and attempt… Read More »

WINE LICENSE DURATION CHANGE – EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2013

The Members of the Authority recently approved a change in the duration of licenses issued for the manufacture and sale of wine. Wine licenses are currently renewed yearly. As of January 1, 2013, on-premises wine licenses will be issued for two years. All other wine licenses will be issued for three years. These changes will… Read More »

NEW YORK LIQUOR LICENSE AND PERMIT EXTENSIONS ISSUED AFTER HURRICANE SANDY

On November 7, 2012, Governor Cuomo announced that there will be extensions of time for renewals of liquor licenses and permits in New York as well as payments. Many businesses were impacted by Hurricane Sandy and need as much assistance as possible to rebuild and reopen their stores with minimal interruption. Those areas affected include… Read More »

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