Producing, Selling, and Buying Alcohol Products
LCB has legal authority for licensing and regulating the production, distribution, and sales of alcoholic products in Washington State. Policies governing these activities are a mix of state laws and
Alcohol and Motor Vehicle Use
Driving under the influence (DUI) refers to operating a motor vehicle while affected by alcohol, drugs, or both. Motor vehicle incidents involving drunk or drugged driving cost our state millions of
If You Are Under 21
Zero Tolerance Law In Washington State if you are under the age of 21, you don’t even have to be “buzzed” to be busted while driving. On your first offense with a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of
Know the Laws
Producing, Selling, and Buying Alcohol Products The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) has legal authority for licensing and regulating the production, distribution, and sales of alcoholic products in
Alcohol Basics
What Is Alcohol and Why Is It Regulated? Alcohol is produced naturally by the fermentation of yeast, sugars, and starches found in grains, fruits, and vegetables. An additional process of evaporation
Alcohol and Your Health
Alcohol and the Brain Brain imaging shows the brain continues to develop until at least the mid-20s. Much of brain functioning is a chemical balancing act, so changing the chemicals in the brain by
Consumer Safety
Ways to Reduce Risk Excessive drinking is linked to many health and behavioral problems. (To learn more, see the Alcohol and Your Health) Anyone can take steps to reduce these risks. Hosting Parties
Alcohol Education
Since the end of alcohol prohibition, LCB has had a primary role in ensuring alcohol is manufactured, sold, and served in responsible ways and that only those over the age of 21 are able to buy and
Tobacco
The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) enforces tobacco regulations and tax laws with product retailers, wholesalers, and distributors, and investigates and stops illegal acquisition and shipments of
Vapor Products
The Liquor and Cannabis Board (LCB) enforces vapor product laws and regulations and investigates the sales of vapor products by anyone not licensed to sell them. Keeping vapor products out of the