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Braceville · 112.22

Grounds For Refusal Of License

Summary

This section outlines the specific disqualifications that would prevent a person, copartnership, or corporation from obtaining or renewing a license in Braceville. It covers residency, character, citizenship, criminal history, prior license revocations, business structure, management qualifications, and adherence to liquor laws.

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would not be eligible to receive a license hereunder for any reason other than citizenship and residence within the political subdivision; 11. A person whose place of business is conducted by a manager or agent unless the manager or agent possesses the same qualifications required by the licensee; 12. A person who has been convicted of a violation of any federal or state law concerning the manufacture, possession or sale or alcoholic liquor previous to the passage of this chapter...which a license is sought or does not have a lease thereon for the full period for which the license is to be issued; and 14. Any person, association, firm or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license. Penalty
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Highland Park · 119.560

Giveaways and Tastings

Summary

This section prohibits local liquor licensees from giving away free alcoholic beverages to promote sales, with an exception for licensed alcoholic liquor tastings. Tastings are permitted under specific conditions regarding supervision, sample size limits, types of alcohol dispensed, and container disposal.

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tasting purposes only, immediately prior and incident to the sale of alcoholic liquor in the original package for consumption off the premises pursuant to the terms of the Class S-1, S-2, or Class S-3 local liquor license, and in accordance with the following conditions and limitations: (A) The tasting shall be attended and supervised at all times by a full-time or part-time manager or employee of the local liquor licensee; (B) The total amount
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Crete · 4.26

Maximum number

Summary

This section of the Crete municipal ordinance establishes the maximum number of licenses that can be issued for various classes of licenses. Some classes have a fixed limit, while others have no limit or are subject to change by village board action.

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time as determined by village board action. Provided further, no such license shall be issued for a premises or part thereof located on Main Street between North Street and Cass Street unless said premises had been issued a liquor license that was in effect November 28, 2016, and issued either to the principal business or principal owner of a business located on said premises. (10) Class "M": This class shall allow for one such license, and such number
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Berwyn · 804.28

Sale Of Alcohol To Intoxicated Persons

Summary

This ordinance prohibits licensed alcoholic liquor dealers, their agents, or employees from selling, delivering, or giving any alcoholic liquor to any intoxicated person.

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holder of a retail liquor dealer’s license under this chapter, or his or her agent or employee, shall sell, deliver or give any alcoholic liquor to any intoxicated person. (Ord. 99-37, passed
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Vernon Hills · 3.27

Sale to intoxicated persons, habitual drunkards, mentally ill persons

Summary

This section prohibits licensed alcohol retailers from selling or giving alcoholic liquor to intoxicated individuals, habitual drunkards, or individuals known to be mentally ill, mentally deficient, or in need of mental treatment.

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shall be unlawful for any holder of a retail liquor dealer's license to sell, deliver, give away or to allow others to sell, deliver or give away any alcoholic liquor to any intoxicated person or to any persons known to him to be an habitual drunkard, or known to him to be a person who is mentally ill, mentally deficient, or in need of mental treatment. (Code
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Western Springs · 4.1.20

Insurance Requirements

Summary

This section mandates that applicants for liquor licenses must provide proof of liquor liability insurance with minimum coverage limits of $1,000,000 per person and per occurrence. Licensees must maintain this coverage continuously and notify the Local Commissioner of any cancellations, with failure to comply resulting in suspension or revocation of the license.

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license shall be granted to any applicant until such applicant shall furnish evidence satisfactory to the Local Commissioner that such applicant is covered by a policy of liquor liability insurance with coverage limits not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per person and per occurrence. B.   Each licensee shall furnish the Local Commissioner with a certificate of such insurance prior to the issuance of the license and annually. In the event of a cancellation...Local Commissioner or Village Manager shall be notified immediately of such cancellation. The failure to secure and continuously maintain insurance coverage as stated herein shall be grounds for the immediate suspension of business activities and/or revocation of the liquor license by the Local Commissioner
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Wheaton · 6.5

Signs

Summary

This ordinance section restricts the visibility of alcoholic liquor and bar/lounge advertisements from outside premises, with exceptions for corporate names and special events. It also sets specific size and illumination standards for signs on properties with a class K license.

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lounge shall be permitted to be visible from outside the premises. This provision shall not prohibit the licensee from using its corporate name or its registered trademark on signs designating the property. In connection with a special event liquor license, signage shall be allowed which would state the availability of beer and wine in addition to the schedule of activities that will occur within the licensed premises. (b) Inns. Signs on the premises of property holding a class K license
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Cicero · 26.35

Denial for indebtedness to town; effect of prior license revocation

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This section prohibits the issuance of any license or permit if the applicant owes any outstanding debt to the town. It also prevents issuance to individuals who have had a business or liquor license revoked by Cicero or any other municipality in the state within the past five years.

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town all indebtedness then due from such person. (b) No license or permit shall be issued to any person if that person, or a corporation for which that person was an officer, has had a business or liquor license revoked by the town or any municipality in the state within the five years preceding the current application. (Rev. Ord. of 4-9-1917, ch. 33, § 1309; Code
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McHenry · 6.5A-30

Alcoholic Beverages

Summary

This section prohibits the consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages in public spaces owned by the City, and in businesses open to the public unless they hold a valid liquor license. Violators are subject to fines and prosecution costs.

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Businesses Open To The Public: The consumption or possession of any alcoholic liquors by a person, at any time in an establishment or business that is open to the public is prohibited unless said business holds a valid liquor license in accordance with title 4, chapter 2 of this Code. C.   Any person, corporation, firm, or partnership found guilty of violating any provision of this chapter shall be fined according to the Fines and Penalties found in Title 15, Chapter
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McHenry · 4.2.16

Prohibited Activities

Summary

This section prohibits certain activities and businesses, particularly those related to adult entertainment and the consumption of alcohol through non-traditional methods like vaping, on the premises of establishments licensed to sell alcoholic liquor for on-site consumption.

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business pursuant to the City Zoning Ordinance to sell, distribute or permit alcoholic liquor on the premises. (Ord. 18-1183, 11-12-2018) C.   Vaping Alcohol: It shall be unlawful for any business that possess an on premises consumption liquor license to allow the consumption of alcohol through any means other than the traditional method of drinking alcohol in the liquid form. Vaping alcohol is strictly prohibited
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Harwood Heights · 4.12.130

Revocation or suspension

Summary

This section grants the village president the authority to suspend or revoke a liquor license. This action can be taken if the licensee violates any provisions of this chapter or any state statutes related to the sale of alcoholic liquor.

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village president may suspend or revoke any liquor license issued pursuant hereto for any violation of the provisions of this chapter or for any violation of any state statute pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. (Prior code
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Wheeling · 4.32.081

BASSET program

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This section mandates that individuals selling, serving, or checking identification for alcoholic beverages in Wheeling must possess a valid BASSET program certificate obtained within the last three years. Copies of these certificates are required upon initial liquor license application and upon request by the village.

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been issued a valid alcohol education and training certificate through a state licensed BASSET program within the past three years. A copy of all completion certificates for the BASSET program shall be made available upon initial application for a liquor license and thereafter upon request by the village
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Wheaton · 6.86.5

Training required

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This section mandates that most alcohol-serving employees, managers, and ID checkers in Wheaton must complete a BASSET program within 30 days of obtaining a license or becoming a new manager. Licensees must maintain proof of certification and submit proof for managers, with recertification required every three years.

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required to have all employees who serve, sell or distribute alcohol, the managers, and those checking identification for alcohol service successfully complete a Beverage Alcohol Sellers/Servers Education And Training (BASSET) program within 30 days of receiving a city liquor license, and for new managers within 30 days of the approval of such new managers. Evidence of BASSET certification or enrollment shall be kept in each licensed premises for said individuals and shall be presented upon the request of any city
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Calumet Park · 110.02

Application Procedures

Summary

This section outlines the application procedures for business licenses in Calumet Park, including the required application form, fees, necessary documentation, and specific information to be provided. It details a non-refundable $100 application fee and an additional $50 fee for fingerprint checks if required.

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village all indebtedness then due from such person. (M)   No license or permit shall be issued to any person if that person, or a corporation for which that person was an officer, has had a business or liquor license revoked by the town or any municipality in the state within the five years preceding the current application. (Ord. 00-735, passed 3-23-2000; Ord. 01-771, passed 11-20-2001; Ord. 09-978, passed
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Manhattan · 1.9.6

Collection Charge

Summary

This section imposes a $30 collection charge on individuals who present a dishonored check or payment instrument to the Village for fees and charges. The charge applies to checks returned due to insufficient funds, closed accounts, or stop payment orders, and is in addition to other penalties.

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Rates and charges for water services, sewer services, or combined water and sewer services; 4.   Water and sewer deposits; 5.   Building permit fees; 6.   Charges and fees with regard to the inspection of buildings; 7.   Commercial registrations; 8.   Liquor licenses; 9.   Fines or penalties as may be imposed for violations of the provisions of this Code; and 10.   Fees or charges with regard to any licenses or permits which may be issued pursuant to this Code. C.   Collection fees
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East Dundee · 157.003

Rules And Definitions

Summary

This section outlines the rules of construction for interpreting the municipal chapter and provides definitions for various terms used within the chapter, such as 'Accessory Building'.

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shall not include tattooing performed for medical purpose by a person licensed or otherwise authorized by the state to practice medicine or osteopathy. TAVERN. A place of business that primarily serves alcoholic beverages with a legally approved village liquor license and may include a limited food service for human consumption. A TAVERN with live entertainment requires a special use permit. TOURIST HOME. See BOARDING HOUSE . TOWER. Any ground or roof mounted pole, spire, structure or combination thereof taller than
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Lindenhurst · 111.42

Inspections Authorized; Refusal To Grant Admittance

Summary

This section makes it unlawful to deny entry to the premises of a liquor license holder to any police officer, employee, or official of the Village. This is for the purpose of inspecting for violations of the Illinois Liquor Control Act or the Village's chapter on liquor.

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shall be unlawful at any time to refuse to grant admittance to the premises for which any liquor license has been issued to any police officer, employee or official of the Village for the purpose of determining whether or not any provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Act or this chapter are being violated. (Ord. 03-6-1326, passed
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Glen Ellyn · 3.2.14

Amusement devices

Summary

This section defines mechanical and electronic amusement devices and establishes regulations for their operation and licensing in Glen Ellyn. It primarily restricts their operation to businesses with specific liquor licenses and allows for licensing in supervised student recreation centers, requiring an annual license fee.

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Regulation of mechanical amusement devices or electronic amusement devices: 1. No mechanical amusement or electronic amusement devices shall be operated in any place of business open to the public, except on certain premises possessing a class A or B liquor license, and specifically approved by Village Board ordinance. 2. Mechanical amusement devices, electronic amusement devices, coin operated billiard and pool tables and similar games may be licensed for use in supervised student recreation centers located on the campuses of institutions
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Bartlett · 3.3.2.1

Class A

Summary

This section defines Class A liquor licenses, outlining permitted sales, hours of operation, annual license fees by referencing another section, and limits the total number of Class A licenses to 26.

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text of the amendment will be incorporated below when the ordinance is codified. Class A licenses, which allow the licensee to sell and offer for sale at retail in the premises specified in such license, alcoholic liquor for use or consumption, but not for resale in any form, during the hours hereinafter specified: A.   Hours Of Operation: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday From 8:00 A.M. until 1:00 A.M. Friday and Saturday From 8:00 A.M. until
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Bartlett · 3.3.2.2

Class A Extended

Summary

This section outlines the regulations for Class A extended liquor licenses in Bartlett, specifying operating hours and limiting the number of licenses issued to one. It also references a separate section for annual license fees.

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Class A extended licenses, which allow the licensee to sell and offer for sale at retail in the premises specified in such license alcoholic liquor for use or consumption, but not for resale in any form, during the hours hereinafter specified: A.   Hours Of Operation: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday From 8:00 A.M. until 2:00 A.M. Friday and Saturday From 8:00 A.M. until 4:00 A.M. B.   Annual License Fees: See section 3-1-1 of this
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Bartlett · 3.3.2.4

Class C

Summary

This section defines Class C liquor licenses, which permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in its original package only, not for on-premises consumption. It specifies operating hours and limits the number of licenses issued.

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text of the amendment will be incorporated below when the ordinance is codified. Class C licenses, which allow the licensee to sell and offer for sale at retail in the premises specified in such license alcoholic liquor, in the original package only, and not for consumption on the premises where sold, during the hours hereinafter specified: A.   Hours Of Operation: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday From 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. Friday and Saturday From
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Bartlett · 3.3.2.14

Class L

Summary

This section establishes Class L liquor licenses in Bartlett, allowing the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in its original package for off-premises consumption. It specifies operating hours, a single license limit, annual fees (referenced elsewhere), and strict limitations on the types of retail businesses and geographic locations eligible for this license.

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Class L licenses, which allow the licensee to sell and offer for sale at retail in the premises specified in such license, alcoholic liquor in the original package only, and not for consumption on the premises where sold, during the hours hereinafter specified. A.   Hours Of Operation: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday From 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. Friday and Saturday From 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 midnight B.   Annual License Fees: See section
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Hainesville · 5.100.020

Licensing

Summary

This section requires licensed establishments to submit state gaming board applications and licenses to the village annually. It also mandates an annual fee of $250 per video gaming terminal, payable at the time of liquor license renewal.

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copy of the license issued by the state gaming board. The licensed establishment shall annually pay a fee of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per video gaming terminal at the same time it renews or pays for its annual liquor license
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Northbrook · 4.5

Prohibitions regarding minors

Summary

This section prohibits licensees and individuals from selling, giving, or delivering alcoholic liquor to minors. It also outlines requirements for licensees to demand proof of age and establishes an affirmative defense for licensees who reasonably rely on such proof.

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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...Warning required. Every licensee shall display at all times, in a prominent and conspicuous place located within the licensed premises, a printed card supplied by the state reading substantially as follows: WARNING TO PERSONS UNDER 21 YOU ARE SUBJECT TO A FINE IF YOU PURCHASE ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR OR IF YOU MISREPRESENT YOUR AGE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURCHASING OR OBTAINING ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR. (b) Consumption, purchase and possession prohibited. No minor shall consume alcoholic liquor, purchase alcoholic liquor, accept a gift
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Northbrook · 4.5

Prohibitions regarding minors

Summary

This section prohibits licensees and individuals from selling, giving, or delivering alcoholic liquor to minors. It also outlines requirements for licensees to demand proof of age and establishes an affirmative defense for licensees who reasonably rely on such proof.

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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...Warning required. Every licensee shall display at all times, in a prominent and conspicuous place located within the licensed premises, a printed card supplied by the state reading substantially as follows: WARNING TO PERSONS UNDER 21 YOU ARE SUBJECT TO A FINE IF YOU PURCHASE ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR OR IF YOU MISREPRESENT YOUR AGE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURCHASING OR OBTAINING ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR. (b) Consumption, purchase and possession prohibited. No minor shall consume alcoholic liquor, purchase alcoholic liquor, accept a gift
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