ABST State Regulations & Local Compliance

Question 1

What is the difference between a 'dry' county and a 'wet' county in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Dry counties prohibit the sale of alcohol while wet counties allow it

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Dry counties have less rainfall than wet counties

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Wet counties have more bars per capita

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There is no legal distinction between the terms

Question 2

What is a 'last call' regulation?

Accepted Answer

A law or establishment policy setting the final time alcoholic beverages can be served before closing

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The last phone call a server makes to check on a delivery

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A warning given to disruptive patrons before ejection

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The final count of inventory at the end of the night

Question 3

What is the purpose of a mandatory server training program (such as TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol)?

Accepted Answer

To educate servers on responsible alcohol service, legal obligations, and techniques for preventing over-service

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To teach servers how to make cocktails

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To provide cooking certification for kitchen staff

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To train servers in customer service unrelated to alcohol

Question 4

Can an establishment be held liable if an intoxicated patron leaves and causes a car accident?

Accepted Answer

Yes, under dram shop laws in many states, establishments can be held liable for damages caused by patrons they over-served

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No, liability always rests solely with the intoxicated driver

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Only if the establishment did not have a liquor license

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Only if the patron was drinking spirits, not beer or wine

Question 5

What does 'happy hour' regulation typically involve?

Accepted Answer

State or local laws restricting or regulating discounted alcohol pricing, free drinks, or drink specials

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A requirement that servers be happy during evening hours

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A mandatory break period for bar staff

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A limit on operating hours for bars

Question 6

What role does the state liquor control board (ABC) play in alcohol regulation?

Accepted Answer

It issues licenses, enforces alcohol laws, conducts inspections, and can impose penalties on violating establishments

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It only collects taxes on alcohol sales

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It sets federal alcohol policy

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It manufactures and distributes alcohol