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Business Licensing & Operations in Sullivan County, NY (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Sullivan County, New York.

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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Sullivan County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Secondhand Dealers

Anyone buying or selling secondhand gold, silver, platinum or gems in Sullivan County must hold a County Clerk license under Chapter 167. Applicants pay a $200 fee, post a $2,000 bond, submit fingerprints for a state background check, and photograph and record every transaction. Dealers cannot buy from anyone under 18, cannot buy between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m., and must hold every item 15 days before resale.

Sullivan County Secondhand Precious Metals License

Significant Restrictions

Sullivan County Code §§ 167-3 and 167-9

A. No person shall, within the County of Sullivan, establish, engage in or carry on, directly or indirectly, the business of dealing in secondhand precious metals or gems, either separately or in conjunction with some other business, without first having obtained and having in full force and effect a license as provided herein. ... ... C. It shall be unlawful for a secondhand precious metal or ...

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