Compaints - Opposition to Issuance
The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) encourages input from concerned citizens of Louisiana pertaining to any potential violation of The Louisiana Alcoholic Beverage Control Law and Regulations contained in Title 26 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes and Part VII of Title 55 of the Louisiana Administrative Code.
The ATC complaint line is manned during business hours by the Administrative Enforcement Division located in Louisiana State Police Headquarters in Baton Rouge. A recorded message is available 24/7 (225.925.4070) to record alleged violations. All information received from a complainant remains confidential. ATC agents will respond to a citizen complaint within two business days and may contact a complainant for additional information relating to suspected violations.
ATC’s mission is to maintain the integrity of Louisiana's alcoholic beverage and tobacco industries through effective regulation that promotes responsible business practices and the prevention of access to underage persons. All information provided by involved Louisiana citizens relating to practices that could potentially obstruct this mission is much appreciated by the entire agency.
To submit a complaint, use one of the methods below:
- Phone: (225) 925-4070
- Submit Online Complaint: CLICK HERE
- Email: [email protected]
Opposition to Issuance of a Permit
In accordance with the authority provided by Louisiana Revised Statutes 26:92, 93C, 289, and/or 290B; an Individual may request that the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control conduct an administrative hearing to determine whether an application(s) for state alcoholic beverage permit(s) should be denied or withheld.