§ 16-2302

(a) An application for the continuation of the business of a deceased license holder shall be made within 60 days after the death of the license holder.

(b) If the personal representative or special administrator of the estate shows to the satisfaction of the Board that the estate cannot be settled within the 18–month extension period because of litigation, the Board may grant to the personal representative or special administrator additional time for the continuation of the business.