State Compliance Guide
Rhode Island Liquor License Compliance
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Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation, Liquor Control Administration
Renewal Frequency
Annual
Renewal Notes
Licenses expire annually on December 1. Renewal applications must be submitted to the local licensing authority (city or town) for approval before state renewal. License quotas are set by municipality.
Server Certification
Not required statewide — No statewide mandatory server certification, though responsible beverage server training is recommended and recognized by the Liquor Control Administration
Penalty for Lapsed License
Operating without a valid license is a misdemeanor with fines up to $500 and up to 6 months imprisonment. The state may also impose civil penalties and revoke future licensing eligibility.
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