HRT 240 Chapter Notes - Chapter 12: Luau, Blood Alcohol Content, Cuyahoga River
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Chapter 12 liability and the sale of alcohol: alcoholic beverages and the hospitality industry- Hospitality facilities view liquor as a money maker, customers regularly have one or more drinks and the income from those sales can be substantial. Restaurant and bars have significant motivation to moderate their promotion of alcohol. Enforcing liquor laws, government shows no leniency, liquor laws are strictly enforced. Violations can result in consequences include revocation of the license to sell liquor, jail time, fines, legal fees, and payment for injuries and property damage in a civil suit. Intoxicated persons are frequently belligerent and cause disturbances that interfere with other patrons. If a fight result and another patron is injured the bar may be liable: license to sell liquor- To sell alcohol, first obtain a liquor license, restaurant and bar must apply to the appropriate government agency within the state.