License Appeal Commission

Overview

Liquor License Appeals

Authority: The independent municipal commission that reviews decisions made by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner (BACP).
Jurisdiction: Hears appeals regarding the suspension, revocation, or denial of city liquor licenses.
Hearings: Conducts public hearings where licensees can present evidence to contest city enforcement actions.

The License Appeal Commission (LAC) provides a forum for business owners to challenge regulatory penalties. It ensures due process in the administration of Chicago’s liquor laws. Decisions made here can be further appealed to the Circuit Court of Cook County.

Location & Access

Facility: Located on the Concourse Level (CL) of the Richard J. Daley Center.
Security: Visitors must pass through courthouse security screening upon entering the building.
Filings: Appeals must be filed within 20 days of receiving an order from the BACP.

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Category: County & City Agencies Chicago, Courts Chicago, and Government Agencies Chicago

Address: 50 W Washington St
Chicago
Illinois
60602
United States

Map Directions

Phone: +1 312-744-4095

Website

Mon:

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue:

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed:

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu:

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri:

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Sat:

Closed

Sun:

Closed

Appointment & Visit Policy:

Appointments Encouraged (Walk-ins limited)
Public Hearings Open to Observers
E-Filing / Online Processing Available
Certified Interpreters Available

Court Case Types:

Liquor License Appeals

Parking, Transit & Accessibility:

Paid Parking Garage / Structure
Near Bus Route / Stop
Near Subway / Metro / Train Station
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Elevators Available
Assistive Listening Devices (Courtrooms)

Security, Dress Code & Prohibited Items:

Airport-Style Screening (Metal Detectors)
Valid Photo ID Required for Entry
No Cameras or Audio Recording
No Weapons (Firearms, Knives, Ammo)
No Outside Food or Drink
Business / Professional Attire Required

Department Services & Divisions:

Administrative Hearings

Permits, Licenses & Records:

Appeal Filings, Case Dispositions

Public Transit / Bus Lines:

Stop: Washington/Dearborn (CTA Blue Line), Stop: Clark/Lake (CTA Lines: Blue, Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple), Stop: Washington & Clark (Bus Routes: 22, 24, 157)

Jurisdiction Level:

City / Municipal Level (Serving the City only)

License Appeal Commission – Chicago, IL

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