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    LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD

    Contact Liquor Control Enforcement

    Liquor Control Enforcement (BLCE)

    A bureau of the Pennsylvania State Police, its purpose is to enforce the Commonwealth's liquor laws. Learn more about the BLCE.
     

    Complaint Hotline: 1 (800) 932-0602

    BLCE operates a toll-free hotline to receive complaints about Liquor Code violations. When leaving a voicemail message, speak slowly and clearly, and provide all available information, including:

    • Name and address of licensee or speakeasy operator
    • Days of the week and/or time of day the violations are occurring
    • Any other information that could assist the investigation

    All information is kept confidential. Contact information is not required to report a violation, but is requested in case additional information is required.

    Complaints can also be made online or at a BLCE district office.
     

    Underage Drinking Hotline: 1 (888) UNDER21

    BLCE also operates a toll-free hotline to report underage drinking occurring at a location other than an establishment licensed to serve alcohol. Please provide all available information, including:

    • Location where underage drinking is occurring
    • Name of person or persons providing the alcohol if known
    • Date and time underage drinking is occurring or planned to occur
    • Any other information that could assist in the investigation

    All information is kept confidential. Contact information is not required to report a violation, but is requested in case additional information is required.