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Now Accepting 2021/2022 ABC-OTS Grant Applications for Local Law Enforcement Agencies through September 20, 2021

Now Accepting ABC-OTS Grant Applications for Local Law Enforcement

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2021 Priority Licenses

During the period of September 13-24, 2021, ABC offices will accept applications for priority licenses in eligible counties and Type 87 licenses in San Francisco County.

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LEAD Training for Off-Sale Licensees

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This training is specifically designed for members of the alcoholic beverage industry who work in off-sale locations such as stores and sell alcohol to patrons for off-site consumption.

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News & Updates

September is Pedestrian Safety Month: Be Predictable, Look Out for One Another

Sep 8, 2021

As part of Pedestrian Safety Month, the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) supports efforts by the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) throughout September to improve pedestrian safety and help reduce crashes and injuries…

California Alcoholic Beverage Control Agents Will be Out Labor Day Weekend

Aug 31, 2021

The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) today announced it will have agents out working to keep the public safe through enforcement of alcoholic beverage laws on Labor Day weekend. ABC Agents will visit ABC licensed businesses to ensure compliance…

ABC Announces that Grant Applications are now Available for Local Law Enforcement to Increase Safety in California Communities

Aug 20, 2021

Beginning October 1, 2021, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), sponsored by the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), anticipates awarding grants up to $20,000 to local law enforcement agencies…

ABC Announces On-Sale Liquor Licenses for Alpine County

Aug 16, 2021

Eric Hirata, Director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), announced authorization for the issuance of one (1) new on-sale general licenses for bona fide public eating places in Alpine County, as authorized in Section 23827 of the Business & Professions Code…

ABC Announces On-Sale Liquor Licenses for Mariposa County

Aug 16, 2021

Eric Hirata, Director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), announced authorization for the issuance of five (5) new on-sale general licenses for bona fide public eating places in Mariposa County, as authorized in Section 23826.15 of the Business & Professions Code…

ABC Announces On-Sale Liquor Licenses for Napa County

Aug 16, 2021

Eric Hirata, Director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), announced authorization for the issuance of fifteen (15) new on-sale general licenses for bona fide public eating places in Napa County…

Helping Communities and Assisting Businesses

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The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control provides the highest level of service and public safety to the people of the State through licensing, education, and enforcement.