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LEAD Training for Off-Sale Licensees

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

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News & Updates

ABC Asks Patrons and Licensees to Work to Limit Impaired Driving this St. Patrick’s Day

Mar 17, 2025

The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) reminds Californians that planning for a sober ride home should be a top priority when making St. Patrick’s Day plans…

Statewide Underage Drinking Enforcement Operation Results in 167 Citations by Dept. of Alcoholic Beverage Control and Partners

Mar 17, 2025

The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) teamed up with 62 law enforcement agencies throughout the state in an operation that netted 167 citations on March 15…

ABC Statewide Shoulder Tap Decoy Operation Takes Place March 15

Mar 14, 2025

The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is reminding the public that it will be conducting a statewide Shoulder Tap Decoy Operation…

ABC Notifies Licensees of Renewal Fee Extensions for Fire-Impacted Businesses

Mar 7, 2025

The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) wants to ensure wholesalers are aware licensees impacted by the 2025 Los Angeles fires have the option to defer their license renewals fees. Eligible licensees opting to defer payment are still considered valid…

Executive Order Streamlines Processes for ABC Licensees Impacted by Los Angeles Fires

Jan 29, 2025

Today, Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order outlining resources and relief for businesses impacted by the Los Angeles fires. The order offers several options for Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control license holders to continue business…

Los Angeles Fires Licensee Helpline

Jan 16, 2025

The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control has established a hotline, (916) 562-1243, for licensees impacted by ongoing wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area. The hotline has been established for exclusive use of licensees in the impacted area. A department…

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