If you are in the alcohol or tobacco industry, to receive a license to either make, distribute, or sell alcoholic beverages or tobacco products in the state of Florida, a Florida Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco Surety Bond (ABT Bond) must be posted. While there are many different types of licenses, they are all based on the same form, Form DBPR ABT-6001.

Who Needs an ABT Bond?

ABT bonds are required of all entities to make, sell or distribute alcohol or tobacco products in Florida. These bonds are in place to ensure that principals – the party holding the bond – pay all necessary taxes on the products specified. Some examples of those who require an ABT bond and their costs include:

Alcohol

Winemakers or bottles – A $5,000 bond
Brewers of beer or malt beverages – A $20,000 bond
Distillers or blenders of spirits – A $25,000 bond
Distributors of beer and wine – A $25,000 bond
Distributors of beer, wine, and spirits – A $100,000 bond
Distributors of sacramental wine – A $25,000 bond
Warehouse operators – The bond amount is determined by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and ranges between a $1,000 and $5,000 bond.

Tobacco

Cigarette distributing agents – A bond equal to 110 percent of estimated tax liability for 30 days, but no less than $2,000
Tax-paid wholesale dealers – A $2,000 bond
Stamping agents – A bond equal to 110 percent of estimated tax liability for 30 days, but no less than $2,000
Cigarette exporters – A bond equal to 110 percent of estimated tax liability for 30 days, but no less than $2,000
Wholesale tobacco dealers and distributors – The bond amount is determined by the DBPR but can range from $1,000 to over $100,000.

How Long Do Florida Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Surety Bonds Last?

Florida ABD bonds are continuous and run from the effective date until cancelation. Also, ABT bonds may be revoked and discontinued by giving 60 days written notice to the DBPR. The company in charge of bonding renews and bills for the bond each year, with some variations on the bonding amount required due to differences in business volume each year.

Contact an Experienced Florida Business Lawyer Today

At Loshak Law PLLC, corporate and business law are what we do best. When you contact Loshak Law PLLC, our number one priority is to help your business do better, whether that means consulting on growth strategy, assisting with the sale or acquisition of assets, or resolving customer or vendor disputes. Whatever your business needs, we are here to help. We understand all facets of Florida compliance law, as well as the alcoholic beverage and tobacco sectors.

We have nearly two decades of combined experience representing some of Florida’s best businesses. Our extensive legal suite of services are perfectly tailored to suit the needs of every company. No matter what the size of your company, we’re here to help. Contact our firm today at 954-334-1122.

If you’re starting or buying a Florida business that will sell or serve alcohol, you’ve probably got lots of questions about applicable rules and regulations. Specifically, you may be wondering if you need a license, if there are different types of liquor licenses, and if so, which one you need. You may also be wondering how much it will cost. Here’s what you need to know.

The answer to both your first and second question is, question is, “yes.” If you have a business that involves the sale of alcohol in Fort Lauderdale or elsewhere, you need a license from the Division of Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco. And yes, there are different types, or classifications of liquor licenses.

The answers to your next questions are more complicated and depend on a couple of factors – namely what kind of business you have and where it’s located.

*Under current state laws, restaurants may qualify for so-called SFS (Special Food Service) licenses that permit the sale and consumption of all types of alcoholic beverages on the premises if they meet the following requirements:

The majority of total earnings (at least 51 percent) are derived from the sale of food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Have 2,500 up to 5,000 square feet of floor space under a permanent cover.
Can accommodate (provide space and meals for) 150 to 250 patrons at any given time.

However, it is important to be aware that different counties may have different legal criteria within this framework. In Broward County, for example, restaurants must meet the state requirements pertaining to total earnings. However, there is a specific requirement for size (2,000 square feet) and a specific requirement for accommodation of patrons (150 seats). As of 2017, the cost of this license in Broward County was $1,820 per year.

Another thing to keep in mind if you’re purchasing an existing business with an SFS license is that there’s no need to buy the license from the current holder. This is because there are no restrictions on the number of available SFS licenses, as there are with quota licenses (which we will discuss later).

Even if the seller offers the license as part of the transaction, you should also be aware that acquisition of the license does not change the fact that the business must still meet state/county licensing requirements.

But what if you are not opening or buying a restaurant? In most cases, if you’re opening smaller establishments where you want to sell beer, wine and liquor, you’ll have to get a so-called “quota license” for this activity. They’re called quota licenses because the state makes them available through a lottery in a given county only when that county’s population has increased by a specified number of people. In some cases, you can also get them from existing license holders – although this tends to be expensive.

You may need a different license depending on what type of business you have or are starting, and what kind of alcohol you want to sell. In any case, securing a liquor license can be a frustrating and overwhelming experience. To learn more about how we can help you get the liquor license you need, contact the experienced attorneys here at Loshak Leach, LLP today.

Have you heard about Regulation Best Interest? It’s a new rule from the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission) which tightens regulations for real estate brokers, among many other investment professionals. While this “Best Interest Rule” is unlikely to affect the average homebuyer or seller, it certainly highlights the importance of real estate attorneys. In fact, there are a lot of reasons that it’s a smart idea to have an attorney when buying or selling property. Here are the top three benefits of hiring a real estate attorney.

It Is Extremely Cost Effective

It might seem counterintuitive, but one major real estate lawyer benefit is that you save time and money. Real estate attorneys can help you review – and more importantly, understand – all the legal language in your contract. They are also able to review home inspections and other disclosures that may be hiding critical information about the state of the property. This saves you time, unneeded stress, and protects you from signing a contract that may not be in your best financial interest.

Attorneys Can Prepare Complex Contracts

While buying or selling a single-family home is complicated, it pales in comparison to navigating complicated mixed-use land deals. Both of these are significantly simpler than anything involving a trust. What about an out of state 1031 exchange? What about land use and zoning? We could go on, but the point is clear – one major benefit of working with a real estate attorney is that they have experience preparing complex contracts.

You Can Expect an Expedited Closing

No closing happens overnight, but a real estate attorney is often able to streamline the entire process and help you close faster. Wouldn’t you rather see your deal closed than languishing in escrow? Real estate lawyers help you prepare closing paperwork, transfer the property’s title, and pay any remaining costs. They can also help if you discover liens or other encumbrance against the property during the title search process.

Other Real Estate Lawyer Benefits

The three benefits of working with a real estate attorney above are far from all you can expect when you get professional legal help. Having an attorney on your side when buying or selling property helps in numerous ways. Other real estate lawyer benefits include:

A sense of security – Attorneys know the law better than anyone. You can feel safe and secure that your interests are protected when making a real estate transaction with an attorney.
Modifying a loan – Real estate attorneys can help if you’re buying property and need to modify the terms and conditions of your loan. If you’re selling, an attorney can help your seller modify their loan.
Making sure the property is appropriately insured – From homeowners insurance to commercial property insurance, you want to be sure that all the proper insurance policies are in place.

Need A Real Estate Attorney? Call Loshak Law PLLC!

Now that you know the top three benefits of hiring a real estate attorney, it’s time you contacted Loshak Law PLLC. Our unwavering commitment to our clients has made us one of Florida’s premier real estate law firms. Contact us today at (954) 334-1122 to see for yourself.

Can I sue a city in Florida?

It happens in Florida law offices every single day. A prospective client calls to see if he or she can “sue the city.” In most of these cases, the caller is pursuing legal recourse because they’ve been hurt in some sort of accident and believe the city is at fault.

As a business owner, however, there are also many circumstances in which you may also wonder if you can sue the city. Suppose for example, that you’ve lost customers, and revenue because the city made changes that restrict access to your business, or make it more difficult to get there. Or suppose that the city made road “improvements” that end up damaging your office or storefront. Can you sue? When it comes to municipal law in this situation, the answer is, “it depends.”

Specifically, it depends on whether or not the city has immunity. In many cases, it does. Specifically, the city, or a specific city department will have immunity if the action you are questioning can be classified as a “policy-making, planning or judgmental governmental function” recognized by law.

In other words, you can’t sue just because the traffic-calming device that the city decided to put on the four-lane highway in front of your shop inconveniences your customers. However, you could sue if you could demonstrate that poor construction of the traffic-calming device caused multiple accidents on the roadway outside of your shop, thereby making it unsafe for customers to access your location and resulting in loss of revenue.

Similarly, you couldn’t sue the city just because it authorized road improvements outside of your shop or office that resulted in property damage. However, you may have a viable claim if you can show that that poorly done roadwork damaged the drainage system and resulted in flooding that damaged the property.

Your legal right to pursue a legal remedy against the city or county in these types of cases is set forth in the Florida statutes pertaining to waiver of sovereign immunity in certain circumstances.

As set forth in Section 768.28, “Actions at law against the state or any of its agencies or subdivisions to recover damages in tort for money damages against the state or its agencies or subdivisions for injury or loss of property, personal injury, or death caused by the negligent or wrongful act or omission of any employee of the agency or subdivision while acting within the scope of the employee’s office or employment under circumstances in which the state or such agency or subdivision, if a private person, would be liable to the claimant, in accordance with the general laws of this state, may be prosecuted subject to the limitations specified in this act.” (Emphasis added.)

There are many other circumstances in which it may be possible to take legal action against a city or county in Florida. If you have done business with the municipality or municipal agency and feel you have been wrongly treated, contact the law firm of Loshak Leach, LLP at (954) 334-1122 for a free consultation.

Theoretically, it’s a good thing. Riding the Lime electronic scooters or “e-scooters” now available in Fort Lauderdale seems like a fun, affordable, eco-friendly way to get around the city without a car. And you don’t even have to buy one – you can just rent one instead. All you have to do is access an app to find the nearest available scooter, which you’ll then have to pay about $1 to unlock and 15 cents per minute to ride. But beware – the activity is not without serious risks for riders and pedestrians.

City commissioners in Fort Lauderdale unanimously passed an ordinance to use the “dock-less mobility units” in July 2018. At the time, officials hoped the electric scooters would offer a transportation alternative to ease the burden on local traffic.

Back in October 2018, California lawyers filed a class action against four e-scooter companies including Lime. According to published reports, the lawsuit filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court accuses the defendants of “gross negligence” and “aiding and abetting assault” by:

Failing to provide adequate safety warnings
Making defective products available to the public
Making the products available to the public in spite of known risks
Allowing them to be left in public streets without adequate warning

Although there were eight plaintiffs at first, the lawsuit alleges that, “scores (if not hundreds) of riders and pedestrians and members of the public have suffered, are continuing to suffer and will to continue to suffer egregious and avoidable injuries and damage to their person and property.”

One of the lawyers who brought the suit also says 100 people purportedly injured by the devices have contacted her. Some were hurt while riding e-scooters and some were pedestrians struck by e-scooters, she says. All of them have sustained similar injuries, including broken bones, head trauma and soft tissue injuries.

In other cases across the country, e-scooter accidents have even resulted in fatalities. One such incident happened in Washington, D.C., where an SUV struck and dragged someone riding a Lime e-scooter. The other incident occurred in Dallas.

Faced with mounting public criticism and concern about e-scooter safety, a Lime representative told the media that “safety has always been at the very core of everything we do at Lime, as is our mission of reducing cars from city streets and making them safer and greener for pedestrians, bike and scooter riders alike.” However, the company does not comment on pending litigation.

In addition to Fort Lauderdale, Lime makes its e-scooters available in Miami Springs, Miami Lakes, Miami Shores, North Miami, North Bay Village, Key Biscayne, Barry University, Johnson & Wales and St. Thomas University. Other companies like Bird, Lyft, and Bolt have also entered the South Florida market and are only expected to grow in popularity.

While these transportation alternatives are affordable, easy to use, and accessible, they also pose a significant threat to injury. If you were injured while riding an e-scooter or if you were struck and hurt by one while you were on foot, the experienced attorneys at Loshak Leach, LLP are here to help. Contact us to schedule an appointment today.

At Loshak Law PLLC, we take pride in our ability to meet the legal needs of clients currently engaged in, or planning to engage in, business throughout South Florida. Sometimes this means that we’re working with clients that are already established here, and sometimes it means we’re working with clients from other parts of the country or world who want to establish businesses here. Because we strive to be a fully cloud-based law firm and utilize the latest modern communication technology, we’re even able to help clients outside the United States. For instance, we recently assisted one of our business clients located in the Middle East secure approval to import tobacco and tobacco products from Central America into Florida. Here’s what you should know if you’re also interested in importing tobacco into Florida for resale.

How Does The Government Classify Tobacco Or Tobacco Products?

The following are also classified as tobacco products in accordance with federal law:

Cigars
Cigarettes
Smokeless tobacco (snuff and chewing tobacco)

Although they are not classified as tobacco products, you can import e-cigarettes and “vapes” as long as you comply with applicable regulations regarding nicotine- warning labels.

However, the Tobacco Control Act prohibits the import of any cigarette with a “characterizing flavor.” Although this rule does not include menthol, it usually applies to the flavored smokes otherwise known as “Bidis,” whether they are used for personal use or not.

Personal And Commercial Use

U.S. law allows anyone who is at least 21 to import certain tobacco products for personal use. However, the law caps the amount of cigarettes that can be imported for this purpose at 200 cigarettes (2 cartons or 20 packs) and caps the number of cigars at 100. There are variations on this rule that may allow you to bring more into the United States as a traveler, but this exception is contingent upon where you are coming from and where you got the cigarettes.

U.S. law also stipulates that anyone importing tobacco products for anything other than personal use (to sell or otherwise distribute them) must have a permit issued the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau.

Within this context, it is important to point out that you could feasibly use the permit to import more cigarettes & cigars for personal use, but this would still require compliance with the same rules necessary to obtain the permit for commercial use.

How Do I Get A Permit?

According to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, all you need to do is fill out an application and provide the required documents.

Unfortunately, it’s not quite that easy. At the very least, you must submit the following documents:

TTB F 2093 (5200.3), Application for a Permit As a Manufacturer of Tobacco Products or an Export Warehouse Proprietor
TTB F 5200.26, Tobacco Bond – Surety (TWO ORIGINALS, NO PHOTOCOPIES)
TTB F 5000.9, Personnel Questionnaire, for each officer, director, or stockholder of more than 10 percent in a corporation; individual owner; partner; or member/manager of a limited liability company. (SINGLE COPY FOR EACH PERSON)
TTB F 5000.29, Environmental Information
TTB F 5000.30, Supplemental Information on Water Quality Considerations
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There are more forms to be completed and filed based on your business structure (sole proprietorship, LLC or corporation), type of partnership agreement (verbal or written), and whether or not you are signing the documents yourself.

You can learn more about applying for a Tobacco Import Permit from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

Don’t Take Any Chances – Contact Us To Schedule A Consultation Now

As with any application or legal undertaking, many people are tempted to venture the application process on their own. To those who do, we wish you the best of luck. To the remaining individuals and business owners who prefer to have an experienced professional handle the entire process from start to finish, saving time and money along the way, contact the knowledgeable alcohol beverage & tobacco attorneys at Loshak Leach, LLP. Call us now at (954) 334-1122.

As the number of Coronavirus, or COVID-19, cases across the United States continues to increase exponentially, so do the number of government restrictions. In Fort Lauderdale, like many other parts of Florida and the country, all public and private beaches and parks are closed. Large gatherings have been prohibited. As per Broward County’s emergency order, all “non-essential” businesses are closed.

Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis ordered the closure of all large gyms, fitness centers, fitness studios, dance studios, and gyms. The same directive applied to all nightclubs, bars, and similar businesses. The mayor also limited restaurant operations to takeout, outside pickup, drive-through and delivery services. These limitations, implemented in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, are now expected to remain in effect until at least April 15, 2020.

Likewise, the Governor of Florida Ron DeSantis announced on March 30, 2020 that he is issuing Executive Order 20-89 aimed at restricting businesses and facilities deemed “non-essential” from operating until April 15, while also requiring mandatory self-quarantine for travelers arriving into the state from certain locations.

Meanwhile, many affected businesses in South Florida are already paying a steep price for compliance, as the shutdowns have resulted in decreased income and layoffs.

If your business is struggling, we may be able to help. Keep reading to learn how.

Immediate Fallout

In a recent news report, the owner of a small Fort Lauderdale event planning company explained how the restrictions have all but decimated her business, essentially forcing her to cancel all events until further notice. In the meantime, she is making considerable sacrifices to ensure her employees are paid.

Similar stories are emerging throughout Broward County and all-over South Florida. In addition to cancellations, local and regional businesses are now coping with contractual and delivery issues as a result of the restrictions. To make matters worse, many people do not know how to protect their rights.

The Importance of Force Majeure Clauses

The inclusion of a “force majeure” clause in a contract is one way to ensure your rights. This clause discharges your businesses from the performance of its contractual obligations in certain situations. Specifically, it does so when circumstances beyond your control make the fulfillment of contractual obligations either:

Inadvisable;
Commercially impracticable;
Illegal; or
Impossible

Examples of these kinds of circumstances include wars, earthquakes, and hurricanes, however there is currently no Florida law or precedent that includes viruses or “pandemics” as qualifying events to trigger the enforcement of a force majeure clause. That being stated, we anticipate that Florida courts will soon take up that very question, providing an answer to many affected business owners.

“Impossibility” as a Legal Defense

If your contract does not contain a force majeure clause but you still need a way to get out of it, you may have other options. In Florida, individuals and businesses may use the defense of “impossibility” or “impracticability” to avoid their contractual obligations under certain circumstances. Generally, these circumstances must make it objectively impossible for one or more parties to the contract to perform.

“Acts of God” and governmental action are among several types of business risks which implicate the impossibility defense, according to the Middle District of Florida in the case of Harvey v. Lake Buena Vista Resort, LLC, 568 F. Supp. 2d 1354, 1367 (M.D. Fla. 2008). Death or disability, physical destruction, embargos, and other circumstances that would involve extreme difficulty, expense, or injury may also be excused under the doctrine of impossibility.

For now, it is important to remember the following during the current unprecedented circumstances we all find ourselves in:

Understand and evaluate the ways in which the pandemic is impacting or may impact your business and the ability to fulfill your contractual obligations. Consider the other party’s obligations as well, taking into account whether they may also be adversely affected. Ask a qualified lawyer whether the circumstances allow for the invocation of a force majeure clause by either party.
Stay abreast of the latest developments. While the current circumstances may not protect you from contractual liability based on a force majeure clause, further restrictions may.
Seek legal advice. This is key because every contractual clause governing performance is different and can be interpreted differently based on governing law.
Carefully document the scope of any business interruptions, along with all actual and anticipated costs. Remember to be mindful of the other party’s costs, as well.
Assess your insurance coverage to verify whether you have relevant policies.
Think about alternative ways, if any, to fulfill contractual obligations.
If possible, try to come up with mutually acceptable solutions to legal issues, such as an agreement to reschedule your event or payment.

How the Lawyers at Loshak Leach Can Help

As South Florida business and contract lawyers, we can help in several ways. Specifically, we can review any contracts, purchase orders, or any other aspects of your business impacted by COVID-19. Depending on your circumstances, we may be able to help secure funds, draft contracts, or find other solutions tailored to you. Simply contact us online to schedule an appointment or call us at (954) 334-1122 today.

Eminent domain law in the state of Florida is complex. This law covers the compulsory purchase of land and property by government agencies for future projects, such as roads, utilities, or other projects. One of the most commonly cited forms of eminent domain is what is known as “right of way”. Here is what you need to know about eminent domain law and right of way surveying in Florida.

Right of Way in Florida

Under Florida eminent domain law, right of way surveys are boundary surveys which depict the limits of the private ownership of property and that of a public entity which has an interest in the property – be it a state, county or city government agency.

Right of way titles are usually held to be owned by the government agency which stakes a claim to the property. In this way, right of way differs from an easement, where the rights to the use of the property by others are concerned – not the ownership.

How is Right of Way Determined?

For a right of way claim to be successful, extensive research is essential to make a correct determination of the land which is to be deeded right of way. This research is conducted by an experienced surveyor. The surveyor will investigate the route of any pipelines as covered under the Transmission Line Siting Act or the Natural Gas Transmission Pipeline Siting Act.

If any additional rights of way which have been claimed by maintenance which has been uninterrupted for more than four years, a new, updated maintained map may need to be filed before a right of way is officially determined. It should be noted that a right of way survey generally does not include any below or above ground improvements to the property, or a survey of any other features or encroachments other than the utilities subject to the right of way claim.

Fair Compensation for Right of Way Purchases

When the right of way has been determined, the government agency is required to acquire the land for a fair asking price. Usually, property owners are contacted roughly half-way through the process when the legal descriptions and sketches of the proposed utilities are planned. State law requires “full compensation” for property owners, meaning that they receive whole restitution for the loss of the land claimed under right of way. This compensation includes the value of the land taken, as well as restitution for any damage to the remaining property, costs to remedy these damages, and reasonable fees for any experts hired by the property owner.

Contact an Experienced Florida Attorney Today

Because of the complexity of eminent domain and right of way claims in the state of Florida, if your property is subject to a right of way claim, you need to speak with an experienced and knowledgeable real estate and eminent domain attorney right away.

At Loshak Leach, LLP, we have a combined 15 years’ experience in Florida land use and zoning law. We provide our clients with custom tailored representation to help get them the compensation they deserve. Our firm offers unsurpassed customer service and personal dedication to you and your case. So, if you are looking for a land use and zoning law firm as committed to the successful transaction of right of way claims as you are, call Loshak Leach, LLP today at (954) 334-1122.

For many South Florida businesses, obtaining a liquor license is an absolute necessity. But getting one from the Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Bureau of Licensing isn’t necessarily easy. In fact, many people find it confusing – if not overwhelming.

Fortunately, the legal team here at Loshak Law PLLC has a proven track record of helping clients throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties with this complex and tedious process. The first and most important step is assessing each client’s needs and determining what type of liquor license they should get. Here’s what you should know about the different types of liquor licenses and the requirements for each.

The 4COP-SRX Liquor License

You’ll need this type of liquor license if you have (or are planning to open) a legitimate restaurant or bar in Florida where you can sell adult beverages solely for consumption on the premises.

The good news is that the state doesn’t cap these licenses. However, your business must meet several criteria to qualify for this type of liquor license. It must:

Have at least 2,500 square feet, but no more than 5,000 square feet of floor space.
Have such space established under permanent cover.
Have seating and equipment for seating & serving of at least 150 customers, but no more than 250 customers, at any given time.
Generate more than half (at least 51 percent) of total revenue from the sale of food and non-alcoholic beverages.
Allow customers to order from the full menu whenever alcohol is served.
Not offer packaged alcohol.

Of course, license fees are always a consideration. With this type of license, the fees range from $624 – $1820 per year depending on the county population and type of alcoholic beverages you are going to offer. The cost for a 4COP license in Fort Lauderdale, for example, is among the highest in the state at $1820.00/year.

The 4COP-Quota Liquor License

This license is available for restaurants, bars, nightclubs, taverns and similar establishments in Florida that don’t meet the criteria for the 4COP-SRX Liquor License.

With a Quota license, there are more restrictions and barriers to obtaining a license. The first restriction, obviously enough, is that there is a “quota” for how many licenses are issued by the county, which is determined by population and population growth. Specifically, you should be aware that the number of available licenses only increases when that county’s population increases by at least 7,500 individuals.

You should also be aware that there is more than one way to get this type of license. You can buy one on the open market (from someone who already has one), or win one in an annual lottery system for new applicants. Keep in mind, however that the cost of these licenses is dictated by supply and demand and that they can’t be transferred outside of the county in which they were first issued.

You may apply for a so-called “quota license” with Department of Professional and Business Regulation on the third Monday each August. Fees will differ depending on whether the total population of a given county is more or less than 100,000 residents.

The 2COP Liquor License

If you already have a small restaurant and you want to offer wine and beer in addition to non-alcoholic beverages, this is the license you need.

Once you have it, you’ll be able to sell beer and wine, but only for consumption at your establishment. However, unlike a 4COP-SRX liquor license, which prohibits the sale of packaged alcohol, you will be able to sell packaged beer and wine in sealed containers. Another benefit is that there are no restrictions on the number of available licenses.

The 2APS Liquor License

Unlike the other liquor licenses we’ve detailed so far, this one isn’t for restaurants or bars. Instead, it is intended for convenience stores, supermarkets and gas stations. With this type of license, you can sell beer and wine that can be consumed elsewhere.

Other considerations

In addition to these main types of liquor licenses, there are also liquor licenses for specialized businesses. These include hotels, motels, and historic establishments. There are also liquor licenses that are applicable in so-called “dry” counties. Each has a specific set of requirements.

To learn more about the types of liquor licenses available in Florida or for assistance obtaining the right liquor license for your business, contact us online or call us at (954) 334-1122 to schedule an appointment today.

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