What We Do
The Board of Liquor License Commissioners is an agency of the State responsible for regulating the sale, storage, and distribution of retail alcoholic beverages in Baltimore City.
Over the years, changing alcohol laws have shaped the industry. The Board enforces those laws and its own regulations in Baltimore. Our mission is to make sure everything is safe when people buy and sell drinks in the city.
Every two years, the Mayor and City Council President choose three people to serve on the Board. We make sure everyone follows the rules and has the proper licenses for selling and serving alcohol. Right now, there are about 1,221 places in Baltimore City where you can get a drink.
See Something, Say Something
If you would like to report what you believe to be a liquor board violation, please call 311 to report the matter or call our offices at 410-396-4377 during normal business hours and speak to Chief Inspector John Chrissomallis. Also, note that a Baltimore City Police Department (BCPD) tip line and direct email address has been established for complaints regarding illegal bar activity. You can contact the Vice Unit of the BCPD directly via email or you can call at 443-984-7080.
Addiction Service Access: Do you or someone you know struggle with addiction? Call Baltimore’s 24/7 hotline at 410-433-5175 for help getting treatment. For more information about resources to treat addiction and prevent overdose, please visit the Baltimore City Addiction Website.
Liquor License Board Contact
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Address
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Office Hours
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM