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Who, if anyone, has committed an offense if an employee of a liquor store sells an alcoholic beverage to a juvenile without asking for any identification?
Who, if anyone, has committed an offense if an employee of a liquor store sells an alcoholic beverage to a juvenile without asking for any identification?
What is required to sell an alcoholic beverage containing more than 4 percent alcohol by weight?
What is required to sell an alcoholic beverage containing more than 4 percent alcohol by weight?
A permit
In accordance with ABC 106.02 and 106.03, what happens if an employee of a beer store sells an alcoholic beverage to a minor?
In accordance with ABC 106.02 and 106.03, what happens if an employee of a beer store sells an alcoholic beverage to a minor?
Both the employee and the minor have committed misdemeanor offenses.
What must a person have to transport beer into Texas after purchasing it in New Mexico?
What must a person have to transport beer into Texas after purchasing it in New Mexico?
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Which of the following is not a violation under the Alcoholic Beverage Code?
Which of the following is not a violation under the Alcoholic Beverage Code?
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According to the ABC, a mixed beverage permittee may normally sell and offer the sale mixed beverages between the hours of ______ on any day except Sunday.
According to the ABC, a mixed beverage permittee may normally sell and offer the sale mixed beverages between the hours of ______ on any day except Sunday.
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A person commits an offense under ABC 105.06(c) if he or she consumes an alcoholic beverage in a public place at any time between the hours of ______ on Sundays.
A person commits an offense under ABC 105.06(c) if he or she consumes an alcoholic beverage in a public place at any time between the hours of ______ on Sundays.
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What offense does a minor commit according to ABC 106.07?
What offense does a minor commit according to ABC 106.07?
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Under the 'standard hours', when may an alcoholic beverage be served?
Under the 'standard hours', when may an alcoholic beverage be served?
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To 'deliver' an alcoholic beverage also means to....
To 'deliver' an alcoholic beverage also means to....
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In accordance with ABC 105.06(b), a person commits an offense if he or she consumes or possesses with intent to consume an alcoholic beverage in a public place at any time on Sunday between the hours of....
In accordance with ABC 105.06(b), a person commits an offense if he or she consumes or possesses with intent to consume an alcoholic beverage in a public place at any time on Sunday between the hours of....
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In accordance with ABC 105.06(c), while in an EXTENDED hours area, a person commits an offense if he or she consumes or possesses alcoholic beverage in a public place between....
In accordance with ABC 105.06(c), while in an EXTENDED hours area, a person commits an offense if he or she consumes or possesses alcoholic beverage in a public place between....
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Which of the following is a violation of the TABC (Section 101.31)?
Which of the following is a violation of the TABC (Section 101.31)?
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The ABC can suspend a permit for all the following reasons except if....
The ABC can suspend a permit for all the following reasons except if....
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It is an offense to possess an open container of, or consume, an alcoholic beverage in any public place within....
It is an offense to possess an open container of, or consume, an alcoholic beverage in any public place within....
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What is the classification of the violation for selling an alcoholic beverage to a minor with criminal negligence under ABC 106.03?
What is the classification of the violation for selling an alcoholic beverage to a minor with criminal negligence under ABC 106.03?
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'Beer' means a malt beverage containing ½ of 1 percent or more alcohol by volume and not more than _____ percent of alcoholic by weight.
'Beer' means a malt beverage containing ½ of 1 percent or more alcohol by volume and not more than _____ percent of alcoholic by weight.
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What is illegal for a permittee concerning drinks on the premises?
What is illegal for a permittee concerning drinks on the premises?
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Standard hours of operation for selling alcoholic beverages on other than a weekend are....
Standard hours of operation for selling alcoholic beverages on other than a weekend are....
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Which of the following is an 'illicit beverage' within the meaning of ABC?
Which of the following is an 'illicit beverage' within the meaning of ABC?
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A liquor _____ is required to sell alcoholic beverages.
A liquor _____ is required to sell alcoholic beverages.
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What type of paperwork is required for a truck driver transporting alcoholic beverages across state lines?
What type of paperwork is required for a truck driver transporting alcoholic beverages across state lines?
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Except on Sunday in a standard hour area, a person commits an offense if he or she consumes or possesses with intent to consume an alcoholic beverage in a public place at any time between the hours of....
Except on Sunday in a standard hour area, a person commits an offense if he or she consumes or possesses with intent to consume an alcoholic beverage in a public place at any time between the hours of....
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In accordance with the ABC, deliver means to....
In accordance with the ABC, deliver means to....
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A liquor store may not sell liquor before...
A liquor store may not sell liquor before...
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Study Notes
Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code Overview
- Selling an alcoholic beverage to a juvenile without ID involves offenses for both the seller and the minor.
- A "permit" is necessary for selling alcoholic beverages exceeding 4% alcohol by weight.
- Employees selling to minors can face misdemeanor charges under ABC 106.02 and 106.03.
Alcohol Transportation and Consumption Rules
- A Texas resident returning from New Mexico with beer must have a valid driver's license for transport.
- Minors drinking in the presence of an adult parent, guardian, or spouse is not considered a violation under the Alcoholic Beverage Code.
- Mixed beverage permittees can sell mixed drinks between 7 am and midnight on any day except Sunday.
Public Consumption Restrictions
- Consuming alcohol in public is restricted between 2:15 am and 7 am, except in extended hour areas on Sunday.
- Minors committing offenses include falsely claiming to be 21 and presenting fake ID documentation.
- Standard serving hours for alcoholic beverages are from 7 am to midnight.
Additional Offenses and Regulations
- To "deliver" alcohol includes selling it.
- In standard hour areas, consuming alcohol in public on Sunday from 1:15 am to 12 noon is an offense.
- In extended hour areas on Sunday, consuming alcohol publicly from 2:15 am to 12 noon is prohibited.
TABC Violations and Penalties
- Selling alcohol in dry areas with intent to sell is a violation under TABC Section 101.31.
- The ABC cannot suspend a permit solely due to the permit holder's involvement in a lawsuit.
- Possessing open containers near schools (within 1000 feet of K-12 schools) is illegal.
Classifications and Definitions
- Selling alcohol to a minor with criminal negligence is a Class A misdemeanor.
- "Beer" is defined as containing 0.5% alcohol by volume and not exceeding 4% alcohol by weight.
- Soliciting drinks for employees or being intoxicated on premises is prohibited for permittees.
Liquor Store Operations
- Liquor stores can sell alcohol from 7 am to midnight on weekdays, and sales cannot start before 1 pm on weekends.
- A liquor permit is essential for selling alcoholic beverages.
- Transporting alcoholic beverages across state lines requires a manifest for documentation.
Key Terms
- "Illicit beverage" refers to alcohol on which state tax has not been paid.
- "Deliver" involves transferring or selling alcoholic beverages.
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