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Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement

Liquor license search, brand labels and buyer's card renewal

Meet K-9 Bia

Bia is a skilled German shorthaired pointer who is a vital member of the Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement team. 

AGE ensures we can enjoy a cold beer or friendly wager safely

Information on alcohol and gambling enforcement and what they do to serve the public.

Frequently asked questions about alcohol

Alcohol inspectors 

Staff contacts 

Elephant article test

K-9 Bia uses her skills and training to find hidden U.S. currency. 

​​​AGE’s currency detection dog receives national certification

​​AGED ensures we can enjoy a cold beer or friendly wager safely

Staff with our Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement division make sure when you order alcohol, you get exactly what you pay for. They also enforce gambling laws to prevent scammers from stealing your hard-earned money through fraudulent wagers.

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Frequently asked questions about alcohol

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Liquor license search, brand labels and buyer's card renewal

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