9712.1 In all protest hearings before the Board, the applicant shall have the burden of proof to show by substantial evidence in the record that the licensing action meets the appropriate standards in accordance with this title.

9712.2 In all show cause proceedings before the Board, the District of Columbia shall have the burden of proof to show by substantial evidence in the record that the respondent has committed a violation of the Act or this chapter.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 73 DCR 002136 (February 20, 2026).