Publications
Overview
License class determines the kinds of alcoholic beverages an establishment is permitted to sell. Two license classes allow the sale of beer, wine and spirits, and the other license classes only permit beer and wine.
The license classes are the following:
Overview
To change a trade name for an alcohol beverage or medical cannabis license in the District.
To Apply
Applications can be submitted by mail, email or in person at ABCA's offices.
Attorney General opinion on whether DC nightclubs can use different minimum age entry requirements based on gender.
Overview
A nightclub is required to file a security plan with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (Board). The Board, in its discretion, may also require a restaurant, tavern or multipurpose facility to file a security plan.
Overview
Permits organizers to host a tour involving at least 200 participants visiting multiple alcohol licensed establishments within walking distance of one another.
The following calendar details the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board's schedule for 2019.
Attorney General advice on the District's alcoholic beverage sale to minors laws.
Attorney General opinion on confidentiality of ABC quarterly statements.