Frequently Asked Questions What is the legal age for consumption, possession, and purchase of alcoholic beverages in the District of Columbia? How much alcohol can a person transport across the District of Columbia's border? What is the procedure for bringing more than one gallon of alcoholic beverage into the District of Columbia from outside of the United States? May a person convicted of a crime possess an ABC license? How do I file a protest? Who may file a protest? What may be protested? What happens at the various hearings? When will the Board's decision on a protest matter be available to the parties of record? How many members are on the Board? May I fax a letter of protest? May a person represent my concerns during the protest proceedings?