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nc abc gives to the community!
$710 Million in 2023
Each year, ABC Boards across NC distribute millions to NC’s General Fund and nonprofit, charitable, and public works organizations from the sale of spirituous liquor. Find out how your local ABC Board gives back by clicking the link below, and locating your county on the map!
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frequently asked questions
We know that when it comes to rules and regulations, you probably have questions. Below are some commonly asked questions along with their answers. If you have a question that isn’t answered below, please reach out to our team for assistance.
If I am having a party and providing free alcohol but collecting donations at the door, do I need an ABC permit?
Yes.
NCGS 18B-304 states, “It is against the law to sell or possess any alcoholic beverage for sale, without first getting the appropriate ABC permit such as a Special One-Time or Limited Special Occasion Permit.”
Can I sell alcohol to someone on their 21st birthday?
NCGS 18B-302 A person must be 21 years of age to purchase alcohol in North Carolina.
If I run out of alcoholic beverages at one business, can I transfer it to my other permitted business?
No.
Rule 2S.0236 states, “A permittee owning more
than one licensed retail establishment shall not
transfer alcoholic beverages from one business
location to another except upon written request
and approval from the Commission.”
What should I do if my tax stamp washes off while cleaning the bottles of spirituous liquor?
You should contact your local ABC Store to notify them of the problem – at that time (depending on where you are located within the state), an ABC Officer or ALE Officer will look at the records of the ABC Store, and then come to your business to replace the tax stamp pending all records are correct regarding spirituous liquor bottle in question.
What do we do with a fake ID once we confiscate it?
Turn it in to your local Alcohol Law Enforcement Agency, local ABC Officer, or your local police or sheriff department; NCGS 18B-129 allows employees to confiscate fake or altered ID’s for the purpose of turning them over to law enforcement.
Do I need to display my ABC Permit?
Yes.
NCGS 18B-904 (b) Posting Permit states that each ABC permit that is held by an establishment shall be posted in a prominent place on the premises.
What is a Special Occasion Permit?
A special occasion permit authorizes the host of a reception, party or other special occasion, with the permission of the permittee, to bring fortified wine and spirituous liquor onto the premises of the business and to serve the same to his/her guests. The permit fee is $400.00 and may be issued for any of the following: Restaurants, Hotels, Eating Establishments, Private Clubs, and Convention Centers.
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