Get DC Weights & Measures Device Registration Application 2014-2024

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All Basic Business License (BBL) and associated public license information can be verified via SCOUT. Also, a BBL can be verified by calling the Business Licensing Division at (202) 442-4311.

As the name suggests, the Department of Legal Metrology, relates to the units of weights and measures, methods of measurements and measuring instruments and the regulatory safeguards to the public. The Department of Legal Metrology is one of the important organs of Consumers' Protection.

OWM establishes uniformity, equity, SI use, and traceability in weights and measures by advancing national and international legal metrology standards, procedures, capabilities, and training.