State Compliance Guide
West Virginia Liquor License Compliance
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West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Administration (ABCA)
Renewal Frequency
Annual
Renewal Notes
Licenses expire annually on June 30. Renewal applications must be submitted to the ABCA at least 30 days before expiration. West Virginia is a control state for spirits — the ABCA operates state liquor stores.
Server Certification
Not required statewide — No statewide mandatory server certification, though voluntary responsible beverage server training is recommended and may be considered in licensing decisions
Penalty for Lapsed License
Operating without a valid license is a misdemeanor with fines up to $1,000 and up to 1 year imprisonment. The ABCA may impose additional administrative penalties and deny future licensing.
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