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Wheeling · 4.32.095

Renewal

Summary

This section outlines the conditions under which an alcoholic liquor license can be renewed in Wheeling. It specifies payment methods for taxes and fees and clarifies that renewal is not a vested right, allowing the village to alter license terms.

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licensee may renew the liquor license at the expiration thereof, provided the licensee is then qualified to receive a license and the premises for which such renewal is sought are suitable for such purpose; and provided further than the renewal privilege herein provided for shall not be construed as a vested right which shall in any case prevent the corporate authorities from decreasing the number of, or altering the terms of, the licenses to be issued within the village
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Winnetka · Section 5.12.050 Violations; Penalties.
Summary

This section outlines penalties for violating provisions related to amusement and gaming devices. Violations are subject to general penalties and specific license suspensions or revocations by the Liquor Commissioner or other authorized officers.

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this chapter shall be subject to punishment as provided in subsection B, as well as the general penalty provided in Chapter 1.08 of this Code. B.   License penalties. In addition to the foregoing general penalty, the Liquor Commissioner may suspend or revoke any license issued pursuant to Chapter 5.09 of this Code, and any authorized officer may suspend or revoke any other license issued pursuant to Title V or Title VIII of this Code, in the event any holder
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Harvey · 5.06.210

On-the-record hearings

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This section mandates that all proceedings related to alcoholic beverage violations in Harvey must be recorded by a certified reporter. License holders are responsible for the costs of these recordings, both for initial proceedings and for appeals to the State Liquor Control Commission, which are limited to a review of the record.

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proceedings before the local liquor control commissioner relative to a violation of this chapter shall be recorded by a certified court reporter or a certified shorthand reporter. If the local liquor control commissioner finds a violation of this chapter, the license holder shall pay the costs of the court reporter or certified shorthand reporter in addition to any fine, nonrenewal, suspension, or revocation imposed by the local liquor control commissioner. B. All appeals of any order of the local liquor...local liquor control commissioner. A certified official record of the proceedings shall be prepared by a certified court reporter or a certified shorthand reporter. The cost of the transcript of the proceedings before the local liquor commission shall be paid by the license holder for any appeal. (Ord. 3393 § 2 (part
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Huntley · 110.030

Change of location

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This section of the Huntley municipal ordinance states that a retail dealer's liquor license is tied to a specific location. Any change in the licensed premises requires a written permit from the President and Village Board, and the new location must comply with state and village regulations for retail liquor sales.

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retail dealer's license shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only in the premises described in the application and license. The location may be changed only upon the written permit to make such change issued by the President and Village Board. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location is a proper one, for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor, under the laws of the State, and the ordinances of the Village. (Prior Code
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Crystal Lake · 329.13

Change of location

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This section requires a written permit from the Mayor and City Council to change the location of a retail dealer's liquor license. The new location must comply with state and city laws regarding the sale of alcoholic liquor.

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retail dealer's license shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only in the premises described in the application and license. Such location may be changed only upon the written permit to make such change issued by the Mayor and City Council. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location is a proper one for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor under the law of this state and the ordinances of the City
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Lakemoor · 9.13

Change Of Location

Summary

This section requires retail liquor dealers in Lakemoor to obtain written permission from the President and Village Board of Trustees before changing the location of their licensed premises. The new location must also comply with state and village laws for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor.

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retail dealer’s license shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only in the premises described in the application and license. Such location may be changed only upon the written permit to make such change issued by the President and Village Board of Trustees. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location is a proper one, for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor, under the law of the state and the ordinances of the village
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East Dundee · 116.07

Change Of Location

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This section prohibits licensees from changing their location without reapplying and paying a fee for the new location. A license is specific to the premises described in the application.

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licensee shall be required, in the event of a change in location, to reapply pursuant to appropriate procedure otherwise provided in this chapter and to pay the appropriate licensee fee for the new location. A license shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only in the premises described in the application and license. (1981 Code, § 36.07) (Am. Ord. 84-10, passed 6-18-1984; Am. Ord. 89-77, passed 9-5-1989; Am. Ord. 94-02, passed
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Sugar Grove · 3.2.20

Revocation Or Suspension Of License

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This section outlines the grounds and procedures for the revocation or suspension of a liquor license by the Commissioner in Sugar Grove. It details violations, emergency closures, notice and hearing requirements, and the appeal process.

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Violation: The Commissioner, may suspend, for not more than thirty (30) days, or revoke for cause, any liquor license for any violation of any provision of this chapter or for any violation of the laws of the State pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. B.   Written Order: If the Commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a Licensed Premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community, the Commissioner may, upon issuance of a written order...Suspension: The Commissioner shall within five (5) days after such hearing, if the Commissioner determines after such hearing that license should be revoked or suspended, state the reasons for such determination in a written order of revocation or suspension and shall serve a copy of such order within five (5) days upon licensee. E.   Section 7-9 of the Illinois Liquor Control Act of 1934 provides for the appeal of an order issued by a local liquor commissioner
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Cary · 5.08.150

License—Location restrictions

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This section prohibits the issuance of licenses for alcoholic liquor sales within 100 feet of certain institutions like churches, schools, and hospitals. However, exceptions exist for businesses where alcohol sales are not primary and for existing establishments, as well as for renewing licenses if the institution was established after the original license was issued.

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license shall be issued for the sale of retail of any alcoholic liquor within one hundred (100) feet of any church, school, hospital, home for the aged or indigent persons or veterans, their wives or children, or any military or naval station; provided that this prohibition shall not apply to clubs, or restaurants, food shops or other places where the sale of alcoholic liquor is not the principal...business carried on, if such place of business is not exempted shall have been established for such purpose prior to the taking effect of the ordinance codified in this chapter; nor to the renewal of a license for the sale of alcoholic liquor on premises within one hundred (100) feet of any church where such church has been established within such one hundred (100) feet since the issuance of the original license. B. It is understood that those license holders
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Chicago · 4.75.040

License Issuance And Renewal – Prohibited When.

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This section prohibits the issuance or renewal of a children's services facility license to individuals under 18, those with specific sex offense convictions or declarations of sexual dangerousness, or those with certain felony or drug misdemeanor convictions within a specified timeframe unless substantial rehabilitation is demonstrated. It also refers to the denial of licenses for day care centers based on past issues.

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applicant or licensee, as applicable, for any location that is licensed under Article III of Chapter 4-156 of this Code as a public place of amusement; (8)   any applicant or licensee, as applicable, that holds a liquor license under Chapter 4-60 of this Code for the sale of alcohol at the licensed facility or a license under Chapter 4-64 of this Code for the sale of tobacco products at the licensed facility; (9)   any applicant or licensee
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Richmond · 23.09

Licenses; Restrictions as to Premises

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LICENSES; RESTRICTIONS AS TO PREMISES. No license for the sale of alcoholic liquor shall be granted from the Premises of any residential property
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Lake Forest · 111.076

Prohibitions Regarding Minors

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to minors by licensees and their agents. It also addresses the responsibility of licensees to prevent minors from remaining on licensed premises, prohibits secondary transfers of alcohol to minors, and mandates the requirement of adequate written evidence of age before selling or delivering alcoholic liquor.

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place where such licensed premises are located; provided that, this division (A)(2) shall not apply if the minor is accompanied by his or her parent or guardian, or to any licensed premises which derives its principal business from the sale of services commodities other than alcoholic liquor. (3) Secondary transfer prohibited. No person, after purchasing or otherwise obtaining alcoholic liquor, shall sell, give or deliver such alcoholic liquor to any minor; provided, however, that, this division (A)(3) shall...licensee, demanded, was shown and reasonably relied on adequate written evidence of identity and age in any transaction forbidden by this section is an affirmative defense in any proceeding for the suspension or revocation of any local liquor license based on the occurrence of such forbidden transaction. However, it shall not be an affirmative defense if the licensee, or an agent of the licensee, accepted any written evidence of identity or age knowing it to be false or fraudulent
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Old Mill Creek · 112.007

Prohibitions Relating To Minors And Alcohol

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to minors and requires licensees to verify age. It also restricts minors from being present in licensed premises unless accompanied by a parent or guardian, with certain exceptions.

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place where such licensed premises are located; provided that this division (A)(2) shall not apply if the minor is accompanied by his or her parent or guardian, or to any licensed premises which derives its principal business from the sale of services commodities other than alcoholic liquor. (3) Secondary transfer prohibited. No person, after purchasing or otherwise obtaining alcoholic liquor, shall sell, give or deliver such alcoholic liquor to any minor; provided, however, that this division (A)(3) shall...licensee, demanded, was shown and reasonably relied on adequate written evidence of identity and age in any transaction forbidden by this section is an affirmative defense in any proceeding for the suspension or revocation of any local liquor license based on the occurrence of such forbidden transaction. However, it shall not be an affirmative defense if the licensee, or an agent of the licensee, accepted any written evidence of identity or age knowing it to be false or fraudulent
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Vernon Hills · 10.392

License required and fees

Summary

This section requires a license to operate category II or III food service facilities in Vernon Hills, with fees specified in a separate chapter. It also incorporates by reference the Lake County Board of Health and Illinois Department of Public Health codes, and exempts government agencies.

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Food Service Facilities ordinance, which are incorporated herein by reference and made a part of this chapter as if fully set forth herein. Licenses hereunder shall not be issued or renewed by the department unless and until the liquor and license commission and building commissioner determines and certifies the proposed complies with all the applicable terms and conditions of this chapter. Exception: Government agencies, including public school districts, shall be exempt required license and fees. (b) License fees. Annual fees
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Diamond · 110.22

Prohibited Conduct; Licensees Conduct

Summary

This section prohibits nudity and fighting on licensed premises. It specifically details what constitutes prohibited nudity for all persons and female persons, and defines fighting as any threatening or touching that provokes a breach of peace, requiring licensees to maintain order.

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fight. (e)   The licensee’s opinion as to why the fight occurred. (5)   Failure of the licensee to give immediate notification to Village's Police Agency of a fight on a licensed premises or to file a report as required in division (B)(4) above with the Local Liquor Control...Commissioner, shall subject the licensee to a fine of not less than $100 for a first offense, and a fine of not less than $200 for subsequent offenses, and a possible suspension or revocation of the licensee's local liquor license. For purposes of this section the word “immediate” shall refer to such time as one party threatens another or actually commences fighting with another. (C) Soliciting drinks . No person shall engage in the solicitation of drinks from patrons other
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Vernon Hills · 3.29

Inspections authorized; refusal to grant admittance

Summary

This section prohibits refusing admittance to licensed liquor establishments for authorized village officials, including liquor and license commission members, police officers, building inspectors, code enforcement officers, and health officers. Refusal is unlawful, as these officials have the power to inspect for violations of state and local liquor laws.

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shall be unlawful to refuse to grant the admittance to the premises for which any license has been issued under this chapter, at any time, upon verbal request, of the liquor and license commission or any police officer, building inspector, code enforcement officer, or health officer of the village authorized to determine whether or not the Illinois Control Act or the provisions of this chapter are being violated, pursuant to the powers granted by section 3-16 of this chapter
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Summit · 5.2.2

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms related to alcoholic liquors, including general definitions from the Illinois Liquor Control Act, and specific definitions for alcoholic liquor, beer, catering/banquet, club, minor, nightclub, and restaurant within Summit.

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groups of persons for special, common purpose events. CLUB: A corporation, organized under the laws of this State, not for pecuniary profit, solely for the promotion of some common object other than the sale and consumption of alcoholic liquors which conforms to the definition of a "club" in section 1-3.24 of the Act. MINOR: Any person who has not attained the age of twenty one (21) years. NIGHTCLUB: Every building or other structure kept, used, maintained, advertised and held...through the transfer or negotiation of warehouse receipts or certificates, and includes and means all sales made by any person, whether principal, proprietor, agent, servant, or employee. The term "sale" includes any transfer of alcoholic liquor from a foreign importer's license to any importing distributor's license, even if both licenses are held by the same person. SCHOOL: An educational institution, including preschools and daycare centers, but not including undergraduate or postgraduate colleges and universities, having a formal curriculum
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Braceville · 112.02

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for key terms used in the chapter, including alcoholic liquor, restaurant, sale, sell at retail, and to sell. These definitions are essential for understanding the scope and application of the chapter's regulations.

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through the transfer or negotiation of warehouse receipts or certificates, and includes and means all sales made by any person, whether principal, proprietor, agent, servant or employee. The term SALE includes any transfer of alcoholic liquor from a foreign importer's license to an importing distributor's license even if both licenses are held by the same person. (ILCS Ch. 235, Act 5, § 1-3.21) SELL AT RETAIL and SALE AT RETAIL. Sales for use and consumption
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Orland Hills · 111.25

Persons Ineligible For License

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This section outlines various grounds on which a license will not be issued in Orland Hills. It disqualifies individuals based on character, citizenship, criminal convictions (especially related to moral turpitude, drug offenses, or alcohol regulation), previous license revocations or suspensions, and disqualifies partnerships and corporations if their members or owners are ineligible.

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involving moral turpitude; (F)   A person who has been convicted of or has pending any felony or misdemeanor under any federal or state law dealing with or regulating alcoholic liquor, drugs, cannabis sativa, or any controlled substances as defined under any such law; (G)   A person whose license issued under this chapter has been revoked for cause, or any person who applies as an individual but who was a partner in a partnership or an officer, manager, director, or shareholder...current tax period; (U)   Any premises for which a federal wagering stamp has been issued by the federal government for the current tax period; (V)   Any person, firm, or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealers license. (Ord. 87-09, passed - -87; Am. Ord. 89-25, passed
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Brookfield · 6.178

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms related to alcohol-related public nuisances within Brookfield. It establishes definitions for activities, establishments, impacts, complaints, and patterns that contribute to or arise from these nuisances.

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enforcement officer determines that the alcoholic liquor establishment provided alcoholic liquor to a person involved in a public nuisance activity within the preceding three hours. Alcoholic liquor establishment means a commercial establishment for which a license is required by this chapter where alcoholic liquors are sold, served or dispensed. Deleterious impact means an adverse effect on the value of any real property, an increased risk of violations of law, including, but not limited to, a risk of an increase
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Countryside · 3.2.1

Enumeration Of Specific Businesses; Their Licenses, Fees And Regulations

Summary

This section enumerates specific businesses requiring licenses in Countryside, including amusements and auctions. It outlines prohibited activities for amusements and references other chapters for included activities, fees, and special regulations, such as prohibiting auctions on public property.

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person, firm or corporation licensed to operate the business establishment in which the cocktail lounge is situated. B.   Licenses Required: No person, firm or corporation shall operate a "cocktail lounge" as defined herein without first having obtained a liquor license under chapter 5 of this title, and without first having obtained a cocktail lounge business license under the provisions of this section. (Ord. 94-15-0, 5-11-1994) C.   Fees: See section 3-1-13 of this title...reputable physician showing that these provisions are being complied with. (1970 Code §8-22.08; amd. 1986 Code) LIMOUSINE SERVICES See chapter 7, article B of this title. LIQUOR CONTROL See chapter 5 of this title. LOTTERIES AND RAFFLES See chapter 6 of this title. LUMBERYARDS AND LUMBER STOREHOUSES A.   License Required: See section 3-1-1 of this title. Included hereunder, but not limited hereby, shall be all lumberyards, lumber storehouses, and other places where new, used, finished or unfinished
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Park Forest · 6.46

Licensing year

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This section outlines the options for a retail liquor dealer's license period in Park Forest. Licensees can choose to apply for a license covering either a six-month period (January 1-June 30 or July 1-December 31) or the entire calendar year.

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licensee under this article has the option of making application for a retail liquor dealer's license for: (1) Each of two periods for each calendar year, the first to commence on January 1, expiring on June 30, and the second to commence on July 1, expiring on December 31. Each license issued or renewed under this subsection shall be effective for the whole or the unexpired portion of such six-month period. (2) The calendar year. Each license issued
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Elwood · 112.33

Minors Prohibited

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This section of Elwood's municipal ordinance prohibits individuals under the age of 21 from purchasing or obtaining alcoholic liquor and outlines penalties for violations, including those by minors, adults misrepresenting age, licensees, and parents/guardians. It also mandates the display of warning signs regarding these prohibitions.

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Elwood if you purchase alcoholic liquor, or misrepresent your age for the purpose of purchasing or obtaining alcoholic liquor.” (D)   It shall be unlawful for licensee, or his or her agent or employee to suffer or permit any minor to be or remain in any room or compartment adjoining, adjacent or situated in the room or place where the licensed premises is located; provided, that this division (D) shall not apply to any minor who is accompanied...guardian, or to any licensed premises which derives its principal business from the sale of commodities other than alcoholic liquor. (E)   In addition to all other fines and penalties, the Commissioner may suspend or revoke the retail liquor dealer's license for any violation of the above division (D). (F)   It shall be unlawful for any parent or guardian to permit any minor child of which he or she may be the parent or guardian to violate any provisions
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Woodridge · 3.3.7

Examination And Investigation Of Applicant

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This section outlines the process for examining and investigating applicants for retail liquor dealer licenses in Woodridge. It grants the local liquor control commissioner broad powers to investigate applicants through sworn examinations, record reviews, and subpoenas, and mandates comprehensive background checks including fingerprinting and record searches by law enforcement agencies.

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Examination Of Applicant: The local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a retail liquor dealer's license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served, or records of any such applicant or licensee, to hear testimony and take proof for his information in the performance of his duties, and for such purpose to issue subpoenas which shall...deemed to be an admission that the objections or charges are true and that the applicant is not qualified to receive a license. (1976 Code §3-9) B.   Investigation Of Applicant: No license shall be issued until the applicant(s) shall have been investigated by the local liquor control commissioner and a report filed in the records of said commissioner approving the new applicant(s). New applicant(s) shall not be licensed until said new applicant(s) and managers
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La Grange · 4.2.90

Restrictions and Requirements for Conduct on Licensed Premises

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This section outlines restrictions and requirements for licensed premises concerning the sale and consumption of alcoholic liquor. It prohibits sales to minors and intoxicated persons, establishes age verification procedures, and clarifies liability for violations.

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intoxicated person. (2) No person under the age of 21 years may purchase or accept delivery of any Alcoholic Liquor from any Licensee. (3) If a person under the age of 21 years is in possession of Alcoholic Liquor on a Licensed Premises, it will be presumed that the Licensee sold, gave, or delivered that Alcoholic Liquor to the person in possession of it. (4) To prevent a violation of 4-20-90(a), a Licensee or its agent...Licensee or its agent or employee believes, has reason to believe, or should have reason to believe that a sale or delivery of Alcoholic Liquor is prohibited because the prospective recipient is underage, then before making the sale or delivery the Licensee must demand presentation of valid driver's license or State ID card showing proof of age and a photograph. (2) No person may transfer, alter, or deface an identification card, or attempt to use an identification of another
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