TABC TABC Alcohol Laws and Regulations 3

Question 1

What does TABC require a seller-server to do if a customer appears visibly intoxicated?

Accepted Answer

Refuse further alcohol service

Answer

Selling or serving alcohol to an intoxicated person is illegal, so service must be refused.

Question 2

Which of the following is a common sign of intoxication a seller-server should watch for?

Accepted Answer

Slurred speech and impaired balance

Answer

Slurred speech and loss of coordination are recognized signs of intoxication.

Question 3

Under Texas Dram Shop law, an establishment can be held liable if it serves a person who is what?

Accepted Answer

Obviously intoxicated and later causes harm

Answer

Dram Shop liability applies when an obviously intoxicated patron is served and later causes injury.

Question 4

What should a seller-server do when presented with an ID they suspect is fake?

Accepted Answer

Refuse the sale and may confiscate the ID

Answer

A seller-server should refuse the sale and may lawfully confiscate a suspected fake ID.

Question 5

In Texas, what is the term for providing alcohol to an intoxicated person who then harms someone?

Accepted Answer

Over-service

Answer

Continuing to serve an intoxicated patron is known as over-service.

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