Liquor Establishments

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What is the primary goal of the Omaha Police Department's policy regarding liquor establishments?

To promote the sales of liquor in Omaha
To provide assistance to liquor establishments in maintaining order
To enforce all liquor laws of the Omaha Municipal Code, Nebraska Revised Statutes, and the Rules and Regulations of the Nebraska Liquor Control Act (correct)
To reduce the number of liquor licenses issued in Omaha

What type of report must officers prepare whenever an incident occurs on or outside the premises of a liquor establishment?

Liquor License Violation Report
Incident Summary Report
Police Department Report
Liquor Establishment/Tavern Incident Report (correct)

What is included in the definition of a 'Liquor Establishment' for the purposes of this policy?

Only traditional bars, pubs, and taverns
Only restaurants and grocery stores
Only businesses that sell liquor for off-premise consumption
All businesses that possess a Nebraska liquor license to sell or serve alcohol (correct)

What is the purpose of a Tavern Check?

To conduct a spot check of a liquor establishment, announced or unannounced (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who may participate in a Tavern Check?

OPD officers and the Special Operations/Vice Squad (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency of Tavern Checks and Inspections?

In accordance with applicable laws and regulations (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the bar owner regarding outside gates surrounding open-air beer gardens?

To ensure that juveniles do not enter through these areas (C) Signup and view all the answers

During a Tavern Check, what is the procedure for plain-clothes officers not assigned to the OPD Special Operations/Vice Squad (SOVS)?

They will follow the same procedure as UPB officers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What information will be documented in an Information Report during a Tavern Check?

The owner, manager, or employee on duty, and any arrests or reports made (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who will conduct Tavern Inspections, and where will they be conducted in accordance with?

The OPD SOVS, in accordance with the OPD SOVS Unit Manual (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of informing the owner or manager of the reason for the Tavern Check?

To ensure that the owner or manager is aware of the purpose of the check (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where will a copy of all reports completed during the Tavern Check be forwarded to?

To the SOVS for review and possible further action, and to the Backgrounds/Inspections Unit (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Tavern Inspection?

To determine compliance with specific Omaha Municipal Code, NRS, and the Nebraska Liquor Control Act (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the exception to completing an OPD Liquor Establishment/Tavern Incident Report?

When police presence is requested by the Liquor Establishment or tavern for the issuance and enforcement of a ban and bar (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the required action for officers who observe a licensed Liquor Establishment open after hours?

To take appropriate enforcement action when patrons are drinking alcoholic beverages (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of uniform officers required to be present during a Tavern Check?

A minimum of two (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Tavern Check?

To address ongoing problems for the Uniform Patrol Bureau (UPB) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for Retail Liquor Establishments that want to allow dancing after hours?

A permit to allow dancing after hours (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who processes the Liquor Establishment/Tavern Incident Report (OPD Form 2)?

The Data Unit (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the location listed on the Liquor Establishment/Tavern Incident Report (OPD Form 2)?

OPD’s Central Headquarters address (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for exercising caution when making the decision to conduct a Tavern Check?

Due to all of the above factors (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for officers conducting a Tavern Check?

To activate their Body Worn Camera(s) prior to entering the establishment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is OPD's primary goal regarding liquor establishments?

The Omaha Police Department's main goal when dealing with liquor establishments is to ensure that all related laws, including local codes, state statutes, and regulations from the Nebraska Liquor Control Act, are strictly followed.

What type of report is required for incidents at liquor establishments?

Whenever an incident occurs within or outside a liquor establishment, officers are required to complete a specific report called 'Liquor Establishment/Tavern Incident Report'.

What does 'Liquor Establishment' refer to in this policy?

The term 'Liquor Establishment' encompasses any business licensed in Nebraska to sell or serve alcohol, regardless of its specific format or name.

What is the purpose of a 'Tavern Check'?

A 'Tavern Check' is a process for examining a liquor establishment on-site, either with prior notice or unexpectedly.