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Sandra F. King, Treasurer Email: sking@co.juniata.pa.us |  |
The Treasurer's Office provides the service of licensing. Some of the licenses that are sold include:
- Dog licenses
- Fishing licenses
- Boat launch licenses
- Hunting and furtaking licenses
- Bingo licenses
- Small games of chance licenses
The Treasurer's Office also works closely with the township and borough tax collectors. Each month the tax collectors turn over the tax monies that have been collected to the Treasurer's Office.
The Treasurer's Office also serves as a fiscal department for the county in which the office processes the payroll for the county employees and also takes care of paying county expenses. The County Treasurer is elected to a four year term. The next election will be in 2013.
Licensing Provided by the Treasurer
Several license applications that must be submitted to the Treasurer's Office are provided here for you to download and print. Remember to bring your identification and other necessary documents to obtain your license from the County Treasurer or Treasurer's Agent.
- Dog licenses
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2012 Lifetime Dog License Application
2012 Annual Dog License Application
Bring your identification when you apply for your dog's license. If you are a senior citizen aged 65 or older or if you have a disability, make sure to bring your proof of age or disability.
Instead of coming into the Treasurer's office, you can purchase dog licenses online with a valid debit or credit card. Just print out the licenses and watch your mail for the metal dog tags that will be sent to you from this office. An additional $2 fee is assessed for each dog license purchased online.
- Fishing license
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Fishing licenses can be purchased online directly from the Pennsylvania Fish and Game Commission using the link above.
- Boat launch license
Boat launch permit application
Unpowered boats, like canoes and kayaks, need to be licensed to use PA Fish and Game Commission accesses and DCNR state parks. Bring your identification and the hull identification number of your boat. A one-year permit is $10 and a two-year permit is $18. There is an additional $1 processing fee.
- Hunting and furtaking licenses
Hunting licenses for the 2011/2012 hunting season will go on sale June 13, 2011. Doe applications will be accepted July 11, 2011.
All hunting and furtaking licenses are now recorded electronically. Pre-printed, paper licenses will no longer be used. Come to our office to apply for your license and make sure to have your driver license and social security number. Alternatively, hunters and furtakers can purchase licenses online via the Pennsylvania Game Commission's Outdoor Shop.
Bring your identification and, if you're a first-time hunter or trapper, bring your certificate of training for successful completion of the Hunter-Trapper Education Course.
- Bingo license
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Bring your identification and, if this is your organization's first application, bring the organization's Charter or Articles of Incorporation that prove non-profit status and two-year eligibility.
Renewal of Regular License:
An application must be completed for each license renewal each year. The application procedure is the same as for an initial regular license. The fee for a regular license renewal is $100. The license is valid for one year from date of issue.
Three Consecutive Day License:
An eligible association may apply for a license that permits the association to play the game of bingo for three consecutive days. The application procedure is the same as for an initial regular license.
The fee for a Three Consecutive Day license is $15. The applicant must be prepared to state the dates they intend to conduct the games. An association is eligible for only one Three Consecutive Day License per year and if so licensed, may not apply for a Regular License for one year from the date the final game was played.
Agricultural Association or County Fair License:
An eligible agricultural or county fair association may apply for a license that permits the association to conduct the game of bingo at the association's event for a period not exceeding ten days. The application procedure is the same as for an initial regular license.
The fee for Agricultural Association or County Fair license is $100. The applicant association must be prepared to state the dates they intend to conduct the games. An association is eligible for only one Agricultural Association or County Fair License per year and if so licensed, may not apply for a Regular License for one year from the date the final game was played.
Senior Citizen Group License:
An association whose membership consists exclusively of elderly residents of a senior citizen housing project may apply for a license that permits the playing of bingo only by members of the association.
The fee for a Senior Citizen Group License is $50. The application procedure is the same as for an Initial Regular License. The license is valid for one year from date of issue.
Bingo Frequently Asked Questions
- How long is a license valid?
- All licenses are valid for one year from date of issue. An association applying for a three consecutive day license must specify the dates they intend to conduct bingo and an association granted a three consecutive day license cannot apply for and be granted any other bingo license for one year from the date of issue of the three consecutive day license.
- Can an eligible association permit its license to be used by another association to play bingo?
- No. Only the association in whose name the license is issued may conduct bingo.
- Can an auxiliary to an association use the license of the licensed association to conduct bingo?
- Yes. Auxiliary groups within associations shall be eligible to conduct bingo using the license issued to the association provided that the auxiliary group or groups are listed on the application for license and the license of the association. Regardless of which group in the association is using the license, bingo may only be played twice in any week.
- How does an association establish that it is an association as defined by the law?
- The association must meet the definition of an association found in 303 of the law. The association must be able to prove that it has been in existence for two years prior to making application for a license. Upon making application for a bingo license, the association's Articles of Incorporation and bylaws must accompany the application. If the association is not incorporated, it must provide its bylaws and if not expressly explained therein, a written statement by the association's President or Secretary indicating the requirements for obtaining membership in the association.
- Once issued, can a Bingo License be revoked?
- Yes. The County Treasurer can revoke a license upon recommendation of the District Attorney if it is found that grounds for revocation listed in 306 of the Law exist.
- Who investigates violations of the Bingo Law?
- The district attorney is charged with investigating violations of the Law, however, any state, county or local law enforcement official is empowered to investigate violations of the Law.
- Do some municipalities prohibit bingo?
- No. Unlike Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, there is no referendum requirement in the Bingo Law.
- Where can bingo be played?
- Bingo, with one exception, may only be played at the association's licensed premises (regular place of business, or other location specifically listed on the association's application) Each association must list its "licensed premises" on it license application. An association may conduct bingo at the association's exposition, carnival or fair site for a period not to exceed ten days.
- Are there age restrictions on who can play bingo?
- No, except that anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
- Are there limits on prizes?
- Yes, there are very specific prize limits. 305 (c) (3) of the Law states, "Prizes awarded shall not exceed a value of $250 for any one game of bingo, except for jackpot games which shall not exceed a value of $2,000 for one such game. In addition, no more than $4,000 in prizes shall be awarded in any calendar day."
- Are there limits on how often an association can conduct bingo?
- Yes. Bingo can be played no more than twice in any one week, except that an association may conduct bingo for a period not exceeding ten days at the association's exposition, carnival or fair site in addition to the regularly scheduled games.
For further information refer to the Pennsylvania Bingo Law.
- Small games of chance license
Small games of chance license application
Juniata County municipalities that allow small games of chance include Beale Township, Delaware Township, Fayette Township, Fermanagh Township, Lack Township, Mifflin Borough, Mifflintown Borough, Milford Township, Port Royal Borough, Susquehanna Township, Thompsontown Borough and Tuscarora Township.
If this is your organization's first application bring a copy of your by-laws or other legal documents that define the organization's structure and purposes. If incorporated, a copy of the Articles of Incorporation is required.
License Fees:
Yearly license $100
Special permit* $25
Limited license† $10†Limited license regulations: This license is for organizations that do not own or lease a specific location to conduct their normal business. This license permits the organization to hold three events per year. Only two of the events may be raffles. The events may not cover more than a total of seven days. Under a limited occasion license, the organization may not award a prize that exceeds $500. The $5,000 weekly and $5,000 monthly raffle totals also apply. If the organization has a limited occasion license, it is not eligible for either a special permit or regular license for the license period. The license period is one year from the date of application, regardless of the type of license issued.
*Special permit: This permit needs to be bought along with the $100 license if any individual prize is more than $500, or if total prize money is over $5,000.
Games that are permitted: punchboards, pull-tabs, raffles, daily drawings, and weekly drawings. Video poker and slot machines are not permitted. Stamp machines may be used. BINGO REQUIRES A SEPARATE LICENSE!
Small Games of Chance Frequently Asked Questions:
- How long must an organization exist before it can be licensed?
- One year
- Who is responsible for licensing organizations?
- In Juniata County, the County Treasurer.
- Who is responsible for licensing distributors?
- The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue.
- What is the prize limit for an individual prize?
- $500 (unless special permit was purchased also)
- How much, in prizes, can an organization award in a week?
- $5,000 may be awarded in cash and merchandise for each seven-day period, except for certain daily drawings.
- Are there any other limits?
- Yes, the total amount of prizes awarded in raffles for any month must not exceed $5,000, except for raffles under a special permit. Any prize awarded may not be in violation of the law, such as providing liquor to a minor.
- Is there a limit on the number of raffles an organization may conduct?
- Yes. An organization may conduct no more than 12 raffles per year.
- How many special permits can an organization receive each year?
- Two per license year, except volunteer fire, ambulance and rescue organizations, which may have three special permits in a license year.
- What is the difference between a raffle and a daily drawing?
A raffle is when the player buys a ticket for a chance determined by a random drawing of corresponding ticket stubs or by reference to drawings of the Pennsylvania State Lottery. The Small Games of Chance license number, location and the date of the drawing must be printed upon the ticket.
A daily drawing is also a chance at a random drawing. However, only bona fide members of this organization may participate and the drawing must take place on the organization's premises on the same day as the ticket or number is sold, assigned or selected. The winning number may be determined by a random drawing using a passive selection device or by reference to the drawing of the Pennsylvania State Lottery. Tickets may not cost more than $1.00.
- How old do you have to be to play these games?
- 18 years, unless the organization selling the games holds a liquor license, then the players must be 21 years old.
- How old do you have to be to operate these games?
- 18 years old.
- Can an organization pay compensation to someone to operate its games of chance?
- No.
- Can the organization's rent be determined by the gross receipts from games of chance or the number of persons attending the event?
- No, except that a per head charge may be paid if it is in connection with the serving of a meal.
- Who will enforce these requirements?
- The District Attorney is required to investigate alleged violations and file appropriate complaints and prosecute according to the manner provided by law. Other Commonwealth, county or local law enforcement officials may also investigate and enforce the provisions.
- Can a licensed organization use the proceeds of games for any purpose or are they limited?
- The proceeds may only be used for public interest purposes or the purchase of small games of chance.
Learn more about the eligible organizations and the restrictions and requirements for obtaining a small games of chance license in the Pennsylvania Small Games of Chance Primer.