State Compliance Guide
North Dakota Liquor License Compliance
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North Dakota Office of the State Tax Commissioner, Alcohol Tax Section (local licensing through cities)
Renewal Frequency
Annual
Renewal Notes
Licenses are issued by cities and renewed annually. State excise tax registration must also be maintained. License fees and requirements vary by municipality.
Server Certification
Not required statewide — No statewide mandatory server certification. Voluntary training programs like TIPS and ServSafe Alcohol are available and recommended.
Penalty for Lapsed License
Operating without a valid license is a Class A misdemeanor with fines up to $3,000 and up to 360 days imprisonment. The city may also impose additional local penalties.
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