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ALERT: Reminder for Licensed Ticket Resellers

Please see latest reminder in response to questions regarding “All-In Pricing” for Ticket Sellers and Resellers – June 2023

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CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER UPDATES

The Binghamton, Buffalo, and Hauppauge Customer Service Centers will be closed until further notice. Licensing examinations will continue to be held as scheduled.

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Remote Notarization

As of February 1st, DOS will be issuing two types of notary licenses: traditional and electronic.

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Notary Public

Services include witnessing the signing of important documents, taking affidavits and depositions and giving oaths.

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Security Guard

A Security Guard is a person employed in NYS to protect persons and/or property from harm, theft, etc.

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Real Estate Broker

A Real Estate Broker engages in the business of a real estate brokerage.

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Real Estate Salesperson

A Real Estate Salesperson facilitates the purchase and sale of property on behalf of customers.

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Appearance Enhancement Business

Provides services included in the practice of cosmetology, esthetics, nail specialty, natural hair styling & waxing.

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Cosmetology

Provides service to the hair, head, face, neck or scalp.

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Licensed Professional

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Resources

Cease and Desist Zones

Apostille or Certificate of Authentication

When a document is to be used in another country, it may be necessary to have...

Important Guidance Regarding Gender-Neutral Pricing and Services

Prohibits businesses within the State from charging customers different prices...

Regulatory Proposals

Regulatory proposals being considered by the Division of Licensing Services.

License History and Certification

Use these form to request either a License History or Certification.

Electronic Fingerprinting

All applicants must submit electronic fingerprints. Rolled fingerprints are not...

Guidance Tenant Protection Act

Guidance for Real Estate Professionals Concerning the Statewide Housing Security...

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Miscellaneous

Right of Publicity

Providing private right of action for unlawful dissemination/publication of explicit depiction of deceased individual

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Miscellaneous

Apostille or Certificate of Authentication

When a document is to be used in another country, it may be necessary to have the document authenticated.

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Miscellaneous

Central Dispatch Facility

Businesses that dispatch "black car operators" to pick up and discharge passengers in New York State.

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Miscellaneous

Coin Processor

Any individual, partnership, association or corporation engaged in the business of providing coin processing services

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Miscellaneous

Document Destruction Contractor

A person or business that destroys records containing personal identifying information for a fee.

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Miscellaneous

Durable Juvenile Product Manufacturer

Manufacturers of Durable Juvenile Products distributed, sold or made available in NYSmust be registered with DOS.

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Miscellaneous

Health Club Services

Offers instruction, training or assistance or the facilities for the development of physical fitness or well being.

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Miscellaneous

Hearing Aid Business

Registration is required for each permanent business location at which hearing aids are dispensed.

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Miscellaneous

Notary Public

Services include witnessing the signing of important documents, taking affidavits and depositions and giving oaths.

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Miscellaneous

Pet Cemetery & Pet Crematorium

It is the responsibility of licensees to understand the Pet Cemetery and Pet Crematorium License Law.

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ALERT: Reminder for Licensed Ticket Resellers

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As of February 1st, DOS will be issuing two types of notary licenses: traditional and electronic.

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