Term Glossary
GENERAL
Address Types
Three types of addresses have been established to support your needs: main, license mailing, and license location.
Main Address - This address is the Primary Address on file.
License Mailing Address - This is the address where the mail associated with a particular license will be sent (if different from the Main or License Location addresses).
License Location - This is the address where the place of business is physically located.
An example of the use of different addresses:
If Jane Doe is a sales associate that works for ACME Realty, she may have 3 different addresses listed in her profile. Her Main Address would be the address of ACME Realty's corporate headquarters. Her License Mailing may be her home so she doesn't have to visit the office to pick up her mail. Finally, her License Location would be the address of the ACME Realty's branch office where she works.
If Jane Doe worked independently, she may have only one address on file (Main Address) as her office is the same place she wishes to receive her mail.
Numerous items across all boards and divisions that are required to consider an application complete. The following checklist items apply to the majority of applications.
Name, Address, Phone, Email - demographic information required for the application
Fees - payment of fees for the application
License Data - all the data needed for your license has been provided. (e.g. license location address, birth date, Right of Occupancy, Fingerprint Affidavit forms [if required], etc.).
Application or License Status
Two terms are used to describe the status of a license or an application: primary status and secondary status. Below are the general definitions of each of these terms to help clarify the status of either the application or license that you are reviewing.
Primary Status Definitions
Applicant - the individual or organization has applied for a license but has not yet been approved.
Withdrew - the individual or organization in question withdrew their request for licensure.
Expired - the individual or organization's application has expired.
Deny Credential - the application for licensure was denied due to insufficient information and/or credentials.
Eligible - the applicant has been approved to proceed with the next licensure requirement (e.g. examination).
Current - the licensee is up to date with respect to the department's requirements for licensure.
Invol. Inactive - the licensee has not completed a timely renewal of their license.
Delinquent - the licensee has not completed a timely renewal of their license.
Lic Expired - the licensee has not completed a timely renewal of their license.
Probation - the licensee has been placed on probation by the department as part of a disciplinary action or as a condition of licensure.
Retired - the department was notified that the licensee wishes to retire and therefore updated the license record accordingly.
Conditional - the licensee is up to date with the department requirements (e.g. continuing education, payment, etc.) but most operate under pre-determined guidelines. For example, a condition of licensure may be that an individual must work under a supervisor.
License Authority Voided - the license was cancelled and is no longer in use.
Suspended - the licensee's work privileges have been suspended for a specified period of time.
Vol. Relinquish - the licensee has returned their current license as notification that they no longer desire to possess the license.
Relinquish - the department requests the forfeiture (return) of the associated license.
Null & Void - the licensee has failed to renew several times. To operate under the terms of this license again, the licensee would have to reapply for licensure.
Revoked - the licensee no longer meets the department's requirements to operate under the associated license.
Deceased - the department was notified that the licensee is now deceased and therefore updated the license record.
Secondary Status Definitions
Active - the licensee is allowed to operate under the associated license.
Closed - the organization associated with this license will be closed for business for a set period of time (e.g. remodeling).
Inactive - the licensee has met the department's requirements for licensure but is not allowed to work under this license. Licenses are usually inactive if the person or organization wants to remain in good standing while they pursue other ventures. In order to return to an active status, the individual or organization would simply have to notify the department and complete any outstanding requirements, such as continuing education.
No Employer - the terms of the associated license require that a related license be established. This status reflects there is currently no employer "sponsoring" this license.
No Qualifying Broker - the terms of the associated license require that a related license be established. This status reflects there is currently such a relationship but the broker involved is not currently eligible to "sponsor."
Restricted by Agreement/Order - License subject to non-disciplinary agreement or order with the Division. Practice is not permitted.
Renewal in Process - The entity timely submitted a renewal application to the division; the entity is permitted to continue operations until a decision is made regarding the renewal of the entity's permit.
Not Authorized - No Qualifying DQP - The entity is prohibited from operating under its permit until such time as the entity obtains another designated qualifying practitioner to qualify the entity.
Not Authorized - No Qualifying CDR - The entity is prohibited from operating under its permit until such time as the entity obtains another certified designated representative to qualify the entity.
Date Filed
The date filed is the date that the
application was received by the DBPR application intake unit.
Expires
The expiration date is the date that
either the license or the application, whichever is applicable, is set to expire.
For example, if an individual is licensed, they may have an expiration date of 9/30/2003.
This means the individual would have to renew by that date to retain their license's
status. Renewals after this date would require payment of delinquent fees, and possibly
another application for licensure.
Hint Question - The question made up by the person activating their Online Services Account, which becomes part of their security profile. An example of a hint question is "What is my favorite movie?" or "What is my mother's maiden name?"
Hint Answer - The associated answer to the hint question added as part of the activation process. For example, if the hint question was "What is my favorite movie?" the hint answer may be "The Natural".
Initial PIN
The 4-digit code mailed
to you so that you can activate your Online Services Account.
Licensure Date
The date the individual
or organization was first licensed.
Code | License Type | |
AC | Appraiser Courses | |
BK | Real Estate Broker or Sales | |
BL | Real Estate Broker or Sales | |
BO | Real Estate Branch Office | |
CQ | Real Estate Corporation | |
GA | General Appraisal Instructor | |
IR | Residential Appraisal Instructor | |
PR | Real Estate Partnership | |
RC | Real Estate Courses | |
RD | Certified Residential Appraiser | |
RH | Licensed Appraiser | |
RI | Registered Assistant Appraiser | |
RZ | Certified General Appraiser | |
SL | Real Estate Broker or Sales | |
ZH | Real Estate Instructor | |
ZH | Real Estate School | |
ZH | Real Estate Additional Location | |
ZH | Chief Administrator |
Primary - The licensee's legal name as it appears on their license.
Alternate - An additional name that the licensee has provided to the department such as a "Doing Business As" name.
Related - The names that the licensee has provided as contacts for the correspondence from the department, for example an attorney or office manager.
Profile
Rank
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES & TOBACCO TERM GLOSSARY
Your profile consists of several pieces
of information: registered name(s), tax identification number, date of birth & gender
if applicable and all current addresses.
Rank is a term used to segregate the
requirements for licensure between groups that are somewhat similar in nature.
For example, the license type known as Real Estate Broker or Sales has within it three
ranks: sales associate, broker associate and broker. All
of these "ranks" have varying requirements for licensure but are within the same
profession. Rank is used to separate them more easily.
Two terms are used to describe the status of a license or an application: primary status and secondary status. Below are the general definitions of each of these terms to help clarify the status of either the application or license that you are reviewing.
Primary Status Definitions
Applicant - the individual or organization has applied for a license but has not yet been approved.
Withdrew - the individual or organization in question withdrew their request for licensure.
Expired - the individual or organization's application has expired.
Deny Credential - the application for licensure was denied due to insufficient information and/or credentials.
Current - the licensee is up to date with respect to the department's requirements for licensure.
Temporary Certificate - The applicant has chosen to purchase a temporary license in order to begin operating their business while the department is processing their application for permanent licensure.
Probation - the licensee has been placed on probation by the department as part of a disciplinary action.
Conditional - the licensee is up to date with the department requirements (e.g. continuing education, payment, etc.) but most operate under pre-determined guidelines. For example, a condition of licensure may be that an individual must work under a supervisor.
Escrow - The licensee has chosen to place their license in escrow with the department, and cannot conduct licensed activity at a location.
License Authority Voided - the licensee has not been timely in meeting their obligations to the department.
Suspended - the licensee's work privileges have been suspended for a specified period of time.
Invol. Inactive - the licensee has not completed a timely renewal of their license.
Vol. Relinquish - the licensee has returned their current license as notification that they no longer desire to possess the license.
Relinquish - the department requests the forfeiture (return) of the associated license.
Null & Void - the licensee has failed to renew their license in a timely manner. To operate under the terms of this license again, the licensee would have to reapply for licensure.
Revoked - the licensee no longer meets the department's requirements to operate under the associated license, or an administrative action has been taken by the department to deny licensure.
Revoked Without Prejudice to Transfer - The licensee may attempt to transfer their revoked license.
Revoked Without Prejudice to Location - A new license application may be attempted for the formerly licensed location; however, the licensee may not attempt a transfer of their revoked license.
Revoked With Prejudice to Location - A new license cannot be issued at that location address, and the licensee may not attempt a transfer of their revoked license.
Deceased - the department was notified that the licensee is now deceased and therefore updated the license record.
Secondary Status Definitions
Active - the licensee is allowed to operate under the associated license.
Inactive - the licensee has met the department's requirements for licensure but is not allowed to work under this license. Licenses are usually inactive if the person or organization wants to remain in good standing while they pursue other ventures. In order to return to an active status, the individual or organization would simply have to notify the department and complete any outstanding requirements, such as continuing education.
Transfer Pending - Stops all other transactions while an application for license transfer is being processed.
Pending Payment - Stops all processing except for the generation of a renewal notice.
Administrative Hold - No license transactions allowed.
License Type
The various professions/occupations/businesses that
are currently supported by DBPR's Online Services website. Below is a table with
an example of the translation codes (e.g. 4006) to their appropriate license type.
Code | License Type | |
4001 | Wholesale Tobacco Dealer | |
4002 | Limited Permits | |
4003 | Permits | |
4004 | Common Carriers | |
4005 | Manufacturers/Distributors | |
4006 | Retail Beverages | |
4007 | Pool Buying | |
4008 | Brands | |
4009 | Related Parties | |
4011 | Brand Registrant | |
4012 | Retail Tobacco Products Dealer | |
4013 | Salesperson of Wine & Spirits | |
4014 | Bottle Club | |
4015 | Dual Licenses |
Rank
Also known as "series", the term is used to segregate
the requirements for licensure between groups that are somewhat similar in nature.
For example, the license type known as 4001 - Wholesale Tobacco Dealer has within
it four ranks:
All of these "ranks" have varying requirements for licensure but are within the
same profession. Rank is used to seperate them more easily. For a complete listing
of the ranks (series) used by the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco, please
visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/abt/licensing/ABTLicenses.pdf.
Special Qualifications
Dual Beverage and Tobacco License - Indicates
that this retail beverage license is also licensed to sell cigarettes and other
tobacco products.
Also known as "modifiers", these provide supplemental
information with regards to the License Type and Rank. Below are some of the common
modifiers that might be shown as special qualifications.
Quota License - This applies to ranks
4-8COP, 3PS, 3APS, 3BPS, 3CPS, and 3DPS. For every increase in the population of
a county by 4,500 residents, a new quota license is created. In order to obtain
a quota (liquor) license, you must either buy an existing license, or enter the
quota drawing to win the right to apply for a quota license.
Restaurant - COP only - This applies
to a license to sell beer, wine, and liquor for consumption on premises in connection
with a restaurant. Package sales are not permitted. The licensee must meet certain
requirements and the license cannot be transferred to a new location.
Liens - Indicates that a lien has
been filed with the department on this license.
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