Gazette Reference: Commissioner of State Excise Circular
Type: Administrative Circular — Transfer of License Upon Death of Licensee
Authority: Maharashtra Prohibition Act, 1949 and Maharashtra Foreign Liquor Rules / Country Liquor Rules
Subject: Procedure for Transfer/Continuation of Retail Liquor Licenses (FL-2, CL-3) Upon Death of Licensee
Amendment Type: Administrative Guidance/Clarification
What Changed:
This circular addresses the procedural framework for handling retail liquor licenses (specifically FL-2 for Foreign Liquor and CL-3 for Country Liquor retail sale) when a licensee passes away. The circular likely clarifies that upon the death of a license holder, the license does not automatically lapse but may be transferred to legal heirs or nominees subject to fulfillment of eligibility criteria and payment of applicable privilege fees. This provides continuity of business operations while ensuring regulatory compliance.
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