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Berkeley · 6.5C-2

Gambling And Related Offenses

Summary

This section defines key terms related to gambling offenses in Berkeley, including gambling devices, gambling places, lotteries, and policy games. It provides specific exclusions for certain amusement devices and vending machines.

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gambling place: 1.   Such premises is a public nuisance and may be proceeded against as such. 2.   All licenses, permits or certificates issued by the state or the village authorizing the serving of food or liquor on such premises shall be void; and no license, permit or certificate so canceled shall be reissued for such premises for a period of sixty (60) days thereafter; nor shall any person convicted of keeping a gambling place be reissued such license
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West Dundee · 6.1.19

Open Container Law

Summary

This section prohibits licensees from allowing patrons to remove open alcoholic beverages from their premises and prohibits individuals from possessing open containers of alcohol in public places or unlicensed premises. Violators face fines, community service, and prosecution costs.

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container of alcoholic beverage or any other container into which an alcoholic beverage has been placed, from the licensed premises where it was purchased, or to be in possession of any opened container of alcoholic liquor in any public place, street or premises not licensed for such purpose. C.   Penalty: Any person violating this section shall be fined fifty dollars ($50.00) to one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) and/or public or community service, not to exceed one hundred twenty (120) hours
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Zion · 56.67

Fine, suspension, and revocation generally

Summary

This section outlines the procedures and penalties for violations of liquor control laws in Zion. It details the grounds for license suspension or revocation, the requirement for a public hearing with advance written notice, and escalating fines for repeat offenses. Additionally, it mandates retraining for managers and employees upon conviction.

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local liquor control commissioner may, in accordance with the Liquor Control Act (235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq.), revoke or suspend any license issued under the provisions of this chapter and/or levy a fine on the licensee if it is determined that the licensee has violated any of the provisions of the Liquor Control Act (235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq.), this chapter, or any other ordinance or resolution enacted by the corporate authorities of the city, or any applicable rules...managers, employees or agents may be required to again complete the BASSET training program within 90 days of a conviction. (c) Order to close business; hearings; appeals. (1) If the local liquor control commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community he may, upon the issuance of a written order stating the reason for such conclusion and without notice or hearing, order the licensed premises closed
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Brookfield · 6.59

Termination by dormancy

Summary

This section outlines the conditions under which a liquor license becomes dormant and abates. It specifies that a license will be considered dormant if the premises have been closed or no alcohol sold/served for 30 days, and no transfer or extension requests have been received by the commissioner. Upon abatement, the maximum number of licenses in that class is reduced.

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license shall be rendered dormant and shall abate when the license premises have been closed or when no alcoholic liquor has been sold or served on the premises for 30 days, and no request for transfer to a new location or to a new licensee at the same location, or request for an extension of time, has been received by the local liquor control commissioner. Upon a determination of abatement by the commissioner, and his written notice of such determination
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Dolton · 111.003

License Required

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This section establishes that selling or offering alcoholic liquor for retail sale within Dolton requires a license obtained in accordance with the chapter. Violations are subject to penalties outlined in a separate section.

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shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale at retail any alcoholic liquor in the village without first having procured a license therefor as required by this chapter. (Prior Code, § 3-3-3) Penalty
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Richton Park · 806.27

Refilling Of Original Package; Single-Serve Sales Prohibited.

Summary

This section prohibits licensed establishments and their employees from refilling original alcoholic liquor packages. It also forbids the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in containers smaller than six ounces, requiring all liquor to be sold in its original packaging.

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liquor with the same or any other kind or quality of alcoholic liquor. (b)   No person shall have in his or her possession for sale at retail any bottle, cask or other container containing alcoholic liquor, except in its original package. (c)   No person licensed under this chapter or his or her employee or agent shall sell or offer for sale alcoholic liquor in any container containing less than six ounces. (1976 Code §3-51; Ord. 1596. Passed
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Tinley Park · 132.17

Keeping A Gambling Place

Summary

This ordinance defines a "gambling place" and prohibits knowingly permitting such a place to exist on one's property. It outlines penalties including misdemeanor or felony charges, nuisance abatement, voiding of food/liquor licenses, and potential forfeiture of the property to satisfy judgments and fines.

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Such premises is a public nuisance and may be proceeded against as such; and (2)    All licenses, permits, or certificates issued by the municipality or any agency thereof authorizing the serving of food or liquor on such premises shall be void; and no license, permit, or certificate so cancelled shall be reissued for such premises for a period of 60 days thereafter; nor shall any person convicted of keeping a gambling place be reissued such license for one year from
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Hoffman Estates · 8.3.24

Employment of minors

Summary

This section prohibits liquor license holders from employing individuals under 21 to prepare or mix alcoholic beverages. It also prohibits employing individuals under 18 to sell, deliver, or offer alcoholic beverages for sale, with specific age restrictions for different license classes.

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sell, deliver or give any alcoholic beverage. B. No holder of a Class "J" and Class "DJ" license shall employ any person under the age of 21 to sell, deliver or offer for sale alcoholic liquor at retail on the premises specified for such license
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Westmont · 10.86

Restrictions on club licenses

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This section restricts class 9 license holders in Westmont from selling alcohol at events open to the public, with an exception for events benefiting non-profit or charitable organizations sponsored by a club member. It also prohibits anyone other than a club member from serving alcohol.

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shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a class 9 license to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor for any event which is open to the general public, except that an event open to the public which is for the benefit of a not-for-profit or charitable organization and which is sponsored by a member of the club shall be permitted. (b) It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a class 9 license to permit
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Round Lake Beach · 3.2.22

Termination by dormancy

Summary

This section outlines the conditions under which an alcoholic liquor license in Round Lake Beach becomes dormant and abates. A license is considered dormant if the licensed premises are closed or no alcoholic liquor has been sold for 30 days, with no pending requests for transfer or extension submitted to the local liquor control commissioner.

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license shall be rendered dormant and shall abate when the licensed premises have been closed or when no alcoholic liquor has been sold or served on the premises for 30 days, and no request for transfer to a new location or to a new licensee at the same location, or request for an extension of time, has been received by the local liquor control commissioner. Upon a determination of abatement by the commissioner, and his written notice of such determination
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Plano · 3.2.10

Privilege Granted To Licensee And Transfer Of License

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Except as provided in section 6-1 of the Illinois Liquor Control Act 1 , which is incorporated herein as though set forth herein verbatim, no license is transferable
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Plainfield · 4.29

Renewal of license/permit; availability of licenses/permits

Summary

This section outlines the process and conditions for renewing an alcoholic liquor license or permit in Plainfield, emphasizing that renewal is not a guaranteed right and is subject to the commissioner's review and the corporate authorities' ability to decrease the number of available licenses.

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suitable for that purpose. This renewal privilege shall not be construed as a vested right, but shall be subject solely to the local liquor control commissioner's right of review of the licensee's background and history of operation in the Village. Further, the corporate authorities shall not be prevented from decreasing the number of licenses available in any or all classifications within the Village, or the type of permits available. If the number of licenses...classifications is decreased, the licenses may be eliminated on the basis of seniority, so the premises holding a license the least amount of time shall be eliminated first. However, the local liquor control commissioner may, with an accompanying written statement, eliminate licenses in those instances, and/or permits, on the basis of quality of operation of the premises, considering such matters as charges before the local liquor control commissioner, the state commission or other law enforcement issues and/or on the basis
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Diamond · 110.14

Renewal Of License/Permit; Availability Of Licenses/Permits

Summary

This section outlines the process for renewing alcoholic liquor licenses/permits in Diamond, emphasizing that renewal is not a vested right and is subject to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner's discretion based on licensee qualifications, premises suitability, and operational history. It also allows for the reduction of available licenses based on seniority or quality of operation.

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suitable for that purpose. This renewal privilege shall not be construed as a vested right, but shall be subject solely to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner's right of review of the licensee's background and history of operation in the vllage. Further, the corporate authorities shall not be prevented from decreasing the number of licenses available in any or all classifications within the village, or the type of permits available. If the number of licenses...classifications is decreased, the licenses may be eliminated on the basis of seniority, so the premises holding a license the least amount of time shall be eliminated first. However, the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may, with an accompanying written statement, eliminate licenses in those instances, and/or permits, on the basis of quality of operation of the premises, considering such matters as charges before the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, the state commission or other law enforcement issues and/or on the basis
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Mettawa · Section 18.402. Closing Hours; Sunday Closing.
Summary

This section establishes closing hours for the retail sale and consumption of alcoholic liquor in Mettawa. It prohibits sales and consumption between specific hours on weekdays and weekends, with exceptions for holidays and special events licensed under Class H.

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holidays and on January 1 of each year, it shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor at retail in the Village or to permit any individual to consume any alcoholic liquor in or on any premises for which a license providing for consumption on the premises has been issued pursuant to this Chapter between the hours of two o'clock (2:00) a.m. and nine o'clock...following the commencement of a banquet or other special event conducted by the holder of a Class H License on the premises for which a Class H License has been issued pursuant to this Chapter, it shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor at retail or to permit any individual to consume any alcoholic liquor in or on such premises between the hours of two o'clock (2:00) a.m. and nine o'clock
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Cicero · 10.22

Consumption limited to interior of licensed premises; open containers

Summary

This ordinance prohibits the consumption of alcoholic beverages beyond the interior of licensed premises and prohibits possession of opened alcoholic beverages on public property. It outlines penalties for violations, including fines and potential license suspension or revocation.

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allow any person to carry any opened bottle, can, or glass containing alcoholic beverages beyond the interior of such licensed premises. It shall be the duty of the licensee to post conspicuously upon the licensed premises such signs as may be required by the local liquor control commissioner or the deputy local liquor control commissioner giving notice of the prohibition contained in this subsection. A minimum fine of $200.00 shall be imposed for a violation of this section...maximum fine of $500.00 shall be imposed for a violation of this section. In addition, the local liquor control commissioner and the deputy local liquor control commissioner shall have the power to suspend or revoke such license. (b) It shall be unlawful for any person to possess any opened bottle, can, or glass containing alcoholic beverages while such person is on public property. Any person convicted of violating this subsection shall be fined not less than $25.00 or more than
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Elmhurst · 36.31

Restrictions on club licenses

Summary

This section prohibits Class "C" license holders in Elmhurst from selling alcohol at events open to the general public. However, it allows exceptions for public events that benefit a not-for-profit or charitable organization and are sponsored by a club member.

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shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a Class "C" license to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor for any event which is open to the general public, except that an event open to the public which is for the benefit of a not-for-profit or charitable organization, and which is sponsored by a member of the club shall be permitted
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Oak Brook · 4.1.19

Club Licenses

Summary

This section prohibits Class C licensees in Oak Brook from selling alcohol at events open to the general public, with exceptions for charitable events sponsored by a member and special events under specific conditions.

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shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a Class C license to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor for any event which is open to the general public, except as follows: A.   An event open to the public which is for the benefit of a not- for-profit or charitable organization and which is sponsored by a member of the club shall be permitted. B.   An event open to the public which is not for the benefit
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Park City · 5.48.020

Revocation

Summary

This section grants the mayor, acting as the local liquor control commissioner, the authority to suspend a liquor license for up to thirty days or revoke it entirely for violations of this chapter, local ordinances, or state laws related to the operation of licensed premises for alcohol sales.

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thirty days or revoke any license required by this article for any violation of any provision of this chapter or any local ordinance or state law pertaining to the operation of the licensed premises for the purpose of the sale of alcoholic liquor in a manner provided by law. (Ord. 1983-0-5 § 1 (part
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Westchester · 5.36.100

Sales or gifts to certain persons prohibited

Summary

This ordinance prohibits licensees from allowing individuals under 21 to drink on the premises and from selling, giving away, or delivering intoxicating liquor to individuals under 21 or intoxicated persons.

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licensee shall permit any person under the age of twenty-one years to drink intoxicating liquor of any kind on the premises covered by the license, nor shall any such person sell, give away or deliver any intoxicating liquor to any person under the age of twenty-one years nor to any intoxicated person, either to drink on the premises or to be taken away
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Forest View · 3.3.18

Revocation Of License

Summary

This section outlines the grounds for revoking or suspending a liquor license in Forest View, including violations of code or laws, or actions deemed contrary to the village's best interests by the local liquor commissioner.

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provision of this code or state or federal law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquors or by said licensee, his agents, or employees, doing or permitting anything to be done on the premises so licensed that in the opinion of the village local liquor commissioner is contrary to the best interests and good morals of the citizens of the village
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Beach Park · 5.16.020

Definition Of Terms

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used in the Beach Park Liquor Licenses chapter. It incorporates definitions from the Illinois Liquor Control Act and defines specific local terms related to liquor sales and establishments.

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importing distributors, distributors and to nonlicensees for use and consumption only, who stores beer at the designated premises and who is allowed to sell it retail. CATERER RETAILER: A person who serves alcoholic liquor for consumption, either on site or off site, whether the location is licensed or unlicensed, as an incidental part of food service. Prepared meals and alcoholic liquors are sold at a package price agreed upon under contract. CLUB: A corporation organized under the laws of this...space and equipment and maintaining a sufficient number of servants and employees for cooking, preparing and serving food and meals for its members and their guests; provided, that such club files with the local liquor control commissioner at the time of its application for a license under this chapter two (2) copies of a list of names and residences of its members, and similarly files within ten (10) days of the election of any additional member his name and address
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New Lenox · 6.40

Change or expansion of premises; permit

Summary

This section requires a permit for changing the location or expanding licensed premises. Applications must be submitted under oath with specific information, and the liquor control commissioner will approve or deny based on the village's best interest and a two-year tenure requirement for location changes.

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location or for expansion of the licensed premises as set forth in the original application. (b) An application to change the location of the licensed premises or for the expansion of the licensed premises as set forth in the original application shall be made to the liquor...control commissioner under oath by the licensee and shall contain at least the following information: (1) The name of the licensee. (2) The class of license. (3) The present licensed premises. (4) The proposed licensed premises. (5) The reason for the proposed change. (c) The liquor control commissioner shall determine whether it is in the best interest of the village to permit the proposed change in location or for the expansion of the originally applied for premises, and shall make
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Chicago · 4.60.022

Restrictions On Additional Licenses.

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Subject to the provisions of subsection 4-60-021(c), no additional license shall be issued for the sale of alcoholic liquor, for consumption on the premises within the following areas
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Highwood · 4.1.13

Change Of Ownership

Summary

This section outlines when a change in ownership of an alcoholic beverage license requires a new license fee and prior approval from the local liquor control commissioner. It also specifies exemptions and reporting requirements for internal changes within corporate or partnership structures.

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license fee for the first year of operation shall be required whenever any license is assigned, sold, loaned, transferred, used as collateral or otherwise encumbered. In addition, no license or permit may be assigned, sold, loaned, transferred, used as collateral or otherwise encumbered unless prior approval of the local liquor control commissioner is given pursuant to the provisions of this chapter. The following transactions are hereby declared to be exempted: 1.   An assignment, sale, loan, transfer, or change in partners...their ownership; or 3.   A stockholder or stockholders increasing their ownership of stock by obtaining the stock of a current stockholder or stockholders. B.   All corporations, partnerships, copartnerships, limited liability companies, or other nonnatural persons licensed by the city must report to the local liquor control commissioner and receive prior approval of all internal changes in the corporation, partnership, copartnership, limited liability company or other nonnatural person pertaining to change of name, officers, directors, managers, and stockholders (regardless
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Riverdale · 9.12.020

Keeping a gambling place

Summary

This ordinance defines a "gambling place" and criminalizes knowingly permitting property to be used as one, with escalating penalties for subsequent offenses. It also outlines consequences including public nuisance declarations, voiding of food/liquor licenses, and property liability for unsatisfied judgments and fines.

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public nuisance and may be proceeded against as such; and B. All licenses, permits or certificates issued by the state or any subdivision or public agency thereof authorizing the serving of food or liquor on such premises shall be void; and no license, permit or certificate so cancelled shall be reissued for such premises for a period of sixty days thereafter; nor shall any person convicted of keeping a gambling place be reissued such license for one year from
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