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Delaware Alcoholic Beverage
Control Commissioner

Jacqueline Paradee Mette

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Supporting small businesses, the alcoholic beverage industry, and consumers

The Delaware Office of the Alcoholic Beverage Commissioner considers applications for liquor licenses, requests for modifications to licensed establishments, performs inspections, and grants renewals of liquor licenses. The Commissioner conducts hearings on applications for liquor licenses when there is sufficient public interest, or if the Commissioner believes a public hearing is warranted, and adjudicates alleged violations of state law and regulations.

News and Updates

Rule Changes: Nonprofit Gatherings, Bottle Clubs

Recently, the OABCC updated regulations for Nonprofit Gathering Licenses and Bottle Club Licenses. A nonprofit organization that obtains a gathering license will now complete a brief post-gathering information sheet to report net alcohol proceeds. Holders of a biennial nonprofit gathering licenses may submit the information sheet after each event or on a quarterly basis. Bottle Clubs renting their premises for weddings and other social gatherings may now provide and charge for bartending services. In accordance with changes made by the General Assembly, documentation is now required when a Bottle Club premises is rented to a customer who chooses to provide food and alcohol themselves.

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