Joliet, IL · Will County
Liquor License Transfer Affidavit
This affidavit documents the current licensee’s statements about a proposed liquor license transfer and is completed by current licensees applying to transfer a Joliet liquor license.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The affidavit identifies the current owner and license number, describes the business sale or transfer, and names the proposed purchaser. Current licensees complete it for a liquor license transfer application to the City of Joliet Liquor Commissioner; it states that, if the transfer is permitted, the current licensee surrenders their interest in the license under Section 4-22 of the city’s Code of Ordinances.
Who needs it
Current Joliet liquor licensee(s) seeking to transfer a license after a sale or transfer of their business need to complete this affidavit.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the City of Joliet Liquor License Transfer Affidavit.
- 2
Fill In the Transfer Details
Enter the current licensee, liquor license number, business, and proposed purchaser information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Arrange a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
The current licensee(s) swear to and sign the affidavit in the online notary session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed affidavit with the transfer application to the City of Joliet Liquor Commissioner; confirm submission procedures with the city.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Joliet. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the liquor license transfer affidavit?
- Fill in the current licensee, license number, business, and proposed purchaser details. The current licensee(s) must swear to and sign the affidavit before a notary, then submit it with the transfer application.
- Do I need to sign this affidavit in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the current licensee(s) must appear before a notary and sign the affidavit in the notary’s presence.
- Can I use an online notary for this affidavit?
- Illinois authorizes its notaries to perform electronic and remote notarizations. A commissioned online notary can notarize the affidavit, but check with the City of Joliet about its submission procedures.
- Where do I submit the completed affidavit?
- The form is for a liquor license transfer application to the City of Joliet Liquor Commissioner. Contact the city to confirm how to submit the completed affidavit and application.
- What if I am unsure whether the city accepts online notarization?
- Contact the City of Joliet to check its requirements for notarizing and submitting this transfer affidavit; confirm with the city or village if unsure.