Questions and Answers
You may be charged with a crime simply for serving a guest who appears to be intoxicated.
True
It is illegal to serve alcohol to a pregnant woman.
False
Dram shop laws protect the server from being sued in the event that an intoxicated guest injures another individual.
False
The state liquor authority can suspend an establishment's liquor license for allowing a minor to enter the establishment with a fake ID.
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All guests must be 21 years old to purchase alcohol.
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What is the difference between Criminal Law and Civil Law?
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What are the three types of damages awarded?
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How old do you need to be to purchase alcohol in all 50 states?
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Who is considered the alcohol authority?
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When are you allowed to serve alcohol?
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How old do you have to be to serve alcohol?
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State or municipal liquor authorities can issue citations for which of the following?
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Which is a role of the liquor authority?
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Which is a criminal violation related to the sale and service of alcohol?
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Which situation best describes dram shop liability?
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Which is a possible consequence for violating the liquor code?
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List three alcohol-law violations that most states will hold you criminally liable for.
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Drink for drink, a lean guest will have a higher BAC than a guest with a large amount of body fat.
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A 12-ounce beer contains less alcohol than 1 1/2 ounces of 80-proof vodka.
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The liver can break down alcohol at the rate of two drinks per hour.
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Carbohydrates are the best type of food to serve with alcohol to help prevent intoxication.
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A guest who switches to larger or stronger drinks may be intoxicated.
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Where is alcohol absorbed into the bloodstream, and how long does it take to absorb alcohol?
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What is the BAC?
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How does alcohol affect a person?
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Study Notes
Alcohol Service Regulations
- Serving an intoxicated guest can lead to criminal charges.
- No law prohibits serving alcohol to pregnant women.
- Dram shop laws do not protect servers from lawsuits if an intoxicated guest injures someone.
Licensing and Age Requirements
- Establishments can lose their liquor license for allowing minors with fake IDs.
- All guests must be 21 years old to purchase alcohol.
- Minimum age to serve alcohol is 18 years old.
Legal Framework
- Criminal Law pertains to violations of state, county, or municipal alcohol laws, potentially leading to criminal charges.
- Civil Law allows injured parties to sue for damages if a guest's injury is linked to server negligence.
- Dram Shop Laws enable third-party lawsuits against businesses for injuries caused by intoxicated patrons.
Damages in Legal Cases
- Three types of damages: Actual Damages, Compensatory Damages, Punitive Damages.
Alcohol Authority
- State or municipal agencies enforce alcohol regulations and licensing laws, commonly referred to as Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC).
Serving Guidelines
- Alcohol may be served between 9 AM and 2 AM.
- Citations can be issued for serving alcohol to minors.
Criminal Violations
- Criminal violations include serving alcohol to minors, with other infractions potentially leading to fines or legal repercussions.
Consequences of Violating Liquor Codes
- Consequences may include liquor license suspension, jail time, or probation.
Alcohol-Related Misconceptions
- Drink for drink, a lean individual does not necessarily have a higher Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) than someone with more body fat.
- A 12-ounce beer contains more alcohol than 1.5 ounces of 80-proof vodka.
Alcohol Absorption and Effects
- Alcohol is primarily absorbed in the small intestine and metabolized by the liver at a rate of one drink per hour.
- Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) refers to the percentage of alcohol absorbed in the bloodstream.
- Individual body size and composition affect BAC levels; women typically have higher BAC than men due to enzyme differences.
Important Note on Intoxication
- A guest switching to larger or stronger drinks may indicate impending intoxication.
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