Appealing a Liquor License Revocation or Condition
If your business has had its liquor license suspended or revoked or a condition imposed, you have the right to enter into the appeals process. Note that it will typically take one year to appeal, and at the end of that time there is no guarantee that you will have your liquor license back, if your license had been suspended. Three people sit on the State Board of Appeals, which is part of the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC). All liquor license appeals must pass through the Appeals Board, so it may take some time for a final resolution to be reached.
If you decide to appeal, attorney Rick Warren will explain that there is a process and a timetable for the appeal. Typically, your license will remain valid and in effect until the appeals process is complete.
"Appeals board" means the Alcoholic Beverage Control Appeals Board. — ABC ACT, Division 9, Chapter 1, Section 23045
Liquor Licensing Focus ∙ Negotiation Experience
Our law firm is focused on helping liquor license business owners. We can help you understand the rules and regulations, comply with the conditions and modifications, and help you negotiate a positive solution if you happen to violate any of the terms of your license. The qualifications that we bring to the table are:
- An attorney with more than 30 years of experience in the courtroom
- A lawyer with experience in negotiations and arbitrations, and as a mediator and a referee
- A policy of free initial consultations, and no charges for travel time
Call our toll free number, 866-614-4502, or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation. We'd be happy to walk you through the process — from A to B to C.
