Questions and Answers
What constitutes an alcoholic beverage?
What is Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)?
A measurement of the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream expressed as a percentage.
What is a BAC chart used for?
To help estimate a person's blood alcohol concentration.
Define criminal negligence.
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What does the Dram Shop Act regulate?
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Who is considered an employee in the context of selling alcohol?
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What does intoxication refer to?
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What is the legal definition of a minor?
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What are on-premise sales?
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Define off-premise sales.
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What is public intoxication?
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A minor commits an offense if he consumes an alcoholic beverage. It is an affirmative defense if the beverage was consumed in the visible presence of the minor's _____.
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Study Notes
Alcoholic Beverages
- Defined as any beverage containing more than 0.5% alcohol by volume usable for consumption.
- Common types include beer, wine, malt liquor, and distilled spirits.
- Can be sold on-premise (e.g., bars, restaurants) or off-premise (e.g., grocery, liquor stores).
- Non-alcoholic drinks such as tonic water and virgin drinks are excluded.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)
- A measure of alcohol in the bloodstream expressed as a percentage.
- Example: A BAC of 0.10% indicates 1 part chemical alcohol per 1000 parts of blood.
BAC Chart
- A tool used to estimate a person's blood alcohol concentration based on consumption.
Criminal Negligence
- Occurs when a person fails to meet a standard level of care that a reasonable person would under similar circumstances.
- Key actions include checking IDs, assessing age, and not over-serving patrons.
Dram Shop Act
- Governs civil liability for providers selling alcoholic beverages.
- Allows injured parties to sue providers for damages incurred due to alcohol-related incidents.
Employee Definition
- Any individual involved in the sale, service, or delivery of alcoholic beverages for a licensed business.
- Excludes corporate officers who do not engage in direct management of alcohol sales.
Intoxication
- Defined as lacking normal mental or physical faculties due to substances, including alcohol.
- Alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher qualifies as intoxication.
Minor Definition
- A person under the age of 21, as per Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code.
On-Premise Sale
- Alcoholic beverages sold by the drink in venues such as bars and restaurants.
Off-Premise Sale
- Alcoholic beverages sold in packaged form for consumption away from the establishment.
Public Intoxication
- Appearing in public while intoxicated to a degree that may pose a danger to oneself or others.
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code Sections
- Sec. 106.01: Defines "minor" as a person under 21.
- Sec. 106.02: Specifies that minors commit an offense if they purchase alcohol, with exceptions for supervised purchases.
- Sec. 106.025: Describes offenses related to attempted purchase of alcohol by minors.
- Sec. 106.04: Outlines offenses for consumption of alcohol by minors, with an affirmative defense if done in presence of an adult guardian.
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