Funded by US DOT/NHTSA and DC HSO

ID Compliance is a foundation course focused on preventing underage drinking by reducing youth access to alcohol through retailer education. Participants will be introduced to:

• Applicable DC and federal laws and regulations
• Acceptable forms of photo identification—international, federal, and state
• Reporting protocols and confiscations
• Practical tips and tools for verifying authentic photos IDs and identifying counterfeits
• Fines and penalties for violations
• Sale to Minor program
• Helpful resources, such as ID Checking Guides

Participants may also get answers to their general questions during Q&A portion of the presentation.

This course is not a substitute for the Alcohol Awareness Training, which must be completed to receive an ABC Manager License. A list of approved Alcohol Awareness Training providers is available online.

All sessions are offered virtually and at no cost through funding by US DOT/NHTSA and DC HSO

Language interpretation may be requested by contacting the Community Resource Officer noted below. 

Upcoming Training

• Monday, January 26, 2026

• Monday, April 27, 2026

• Monday, July 20, 2026

Presenters

• Sarah Weniger, Community Resource Officer, Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration
• Lieutenant Christopher Bartolotta, Commanding Officer, Connecticut State Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection

If you have any questions or concerns, please email Community Resource Officer Sarah Weniger.