This section outlines that a liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally non-transferable, ceasing upon the licensee's death unless business continuation is permitted for a limited period. It also details the renewal process and conditions for license lapse.
Section Text
liquor license shall be purely a personal privilege, good for a period not to exceed one year after issuance unless sooner revoked according to law, and shall not constitute property, nor shall it be subject to attachment, garnishment or execution, nor shall it be alienable or transferable, voluntarily or involuntarily, or subject to being encumbered or hypothecated. Such license shall not descend by the laws of testate or intestate devolution, but shall cease upon the death of the licensee; provided...after the death of such decedent, or such insolvency or bankruptcy, until the expiration of such license, but not longer than six (6) months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee.
B. Any licensee may renew its liquor license at the expiration thereof, provided it is then qualified to receive a license and the premises for which such renewal license is sought are suitable for such purpose; and provided further, that the renewal privilege herein provided for shall
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Hometown·11.32
Retail liquor dealer's license
Summary
This section establishes that it is illegal to sell or offer for sale retail alcoholic liquor within Hometown without a proper license or in violation of its terms. Violations are subject to penalties outlined in a separate section and potential license suspension or revocation.
Section Text
shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail in the City any alcoholic liquor without having a retail liquor dealer's license, or in violation of the terms of such license.
57. Editor's Note: Section 7 of this ordinance stated that the penalty clause in § 11.56 shall govern any violations of this ordinance, in addition to the suspension or revocation of the license to sell alcoholic liquor at retail
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Beach Park·5.16.060
License Application
Summary
This section outlines the requirements for applying for a liquor license in Beach Park. It details the information that must be provided, including personal details, business information, and lease agreements, and specifies how applications should be signed based on the applicant's legal structure.
Section Text
Application for a liquor license shall be filed with the commissioner, in writing, signed by the applicant if an individual, or by a duly authorized agent thereof, if a club or corporation, verified by oath or affidavit, and shall contain full and complete responses to the requested statements and information which shall be immediately updated if any of said statements or information changes during the term of any license. When any applicant for a liquor license is a corporation, said...application shall be signed by the president and secretary thereof, and should the applicant be a partnership, then each and every member of the partnership (including a silent partner if any) shall sign such application. Each applicant for a liquor license must submit a copy of a fully executed lease of premises whenever the applicant is not the property owner of the premises for which he or she is seeking a license and such lease must have coverage period equal
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Barrington·3.3.12
Renewal of license
Summary
This section outlines the process and conditions for renewing a liquor license in Barrington. It specifies that renewal is a privilege, not a right, and requires timely application and ongoing qualification of both the licensee and the premises.
Section Text
licensee may renew a liquor license currently held by said licensee at the expiration thereof; provided that said licensee has previously applied to the village for renewal thereof pursuant to subsection B of this section and that said licensee is then qualified to be reissued such a license, and the premises for which such renewed license is sought are suitable for the purpose of said license and meet any requirements for such license pursuant to the provisions of this Code...provided, further, that the renewal of any liquor license is a privilege herein provided for and is not and shall not be construed as a vested right of any licensee and shall not prohibit the village board from decreasing the number of liquor licenses which may be issued by the village.
B. Each licensee seeking renewal of a liquor license shall, at least 30 days prior to the time of each such renewal (i.e., on or before April 1 preceding
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Merrionette Park·110.03
Classification of licenses
Summary
This section establishes and defines twelve distinct classes of licenses within Merrionette Park, specifying the types of licenses available for various business and organizational operations.
Section Text
Tavern Liquor Dealer's License Class AB (AB-1) (AB-2): Tavern and Bulk Sales Dealer's License Class ABG: Tavern/Beer Garden Liquor Dealer's License Class B (B-1): Bulk Sales Dealer's License Class C: Club Liquor License Class D: Special Occasion License Class E: Restaurant and Dining Room License Class F: Beer Only License Class G: Banquet Hall Liquor License Class H: Beer and Wine Only License Class I: Quarterly Non-Profit Organization License Class K: Governmental
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Batavia·3.3.29
Offenses And Restrictions Involving Minors
Summary
This section prohibits the sale, service, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to individuals under 21 years of age. It also outlines restrictions for minors regarding the possession and consumption of alcohol, as well as their presence in licensed establishments.
Section Text
licensed premises;
11. For any person under the age of twenty one (21) years to act as a bartender or draw, mix or pour any alcoholic liquor (including pouring wine at tables) within any premises for which a retail liquor license has been issued;
12. For any retail liquor licensee, or employee or agent thereof, to allow any person under the age of twenty one (21) years to act as a bartender or draw, mix or pour any alcoholic liquor...including pouring wine at tables) within any premises for which a retail liquor license has been issued;
13. For any person to serve a person under the age of twenty one (21) alcoholic liquor or to aid, permit or allow any minor to possess or consume alcoholic liquor in one’s home or any other place under his or her custody, supervision or control in violation of any provisions of this section, except as allowed by state
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St. Charles·5.08.140
License—Renewal deadline
Summary
This section outlines the requirements for renewing a local liquor license in St. Charles, including qualification criteria, submission deadlines for applications and fees, and escalating late payment penalties.
Section Text
licensee may renew its local liquor license at the expiration thereof; provided, that it is then qualified to receive a local liquor license and the premises for which such renewal local liquor license is sought are suitable for such purpose; provided further, that the renewal privilege provided for in this section shall not be construed as a vested right which shall in any case prevent the City Council from decreasing the number of local liquor licenses to be issued within...City. A liquor licensee shall file an application for renewal of a local liquor license, accompanied by the applicable local liquor license fee and all required documentation, including dram shop insurance coverage, on or before the date set in the application renewal process in any given year. There shall be a late payment fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00) for failure to comply with the foregoing for the first offense, two-hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) for the second offense
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Bannockburn·141.1004
Licenses
Summary
This section prohibits the unlicensed sale of alcoholic liquor and regulates how licensed entities can sell or give away alcoholic beverages, specifically allowing limited wine and beer tastings under strict conditions. It also declares advertising tastings unlawful, except under specific license classes.
Section Text
forfeited a bond to appear in court to answer charges for any such violation.
(c) A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as proscribed by any federal or state law or regulation.
(d) A person whose liquor license issued under state law or any local ordinance has been revoked for cause within 10 years of the date of the present application.
(e) A person whose liquor license issued under this article has been suspended more than once...more than 20%, rather than 5%, of the stock of the corporation.
(6) All licenses issued pursuant to this article shall be conditioned upon the acquisition by the applicant of a state license issued by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission. Any license so conditionally issued shall not authorize the retail sale of any alcoholic liquor until proof of acquisition of the state license is furnished to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. In the event that the applicant is refused
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Bartlett·3.3.19
Preservation Of Peace On Premises Selling Alcoholic Beverages
Summary
This section outlines the responsibilities of liquor license holders in Bartlett to maintain peace and order on their premises, preventing disturbances and ensuring employees are trained to manage intoxicated patrons and de-escalate potential conflicts.
Section Text
shall be the duty and responsibility of each liquor license holder, its employees or agents, to maintain the premises in a peaceable and orderly manner so as not to allow any patron, employee or member of the public on the premises to commit any act, which act is done in an unreasonable manner so as to alarm or disturb another and to provoke a breach of the peace or to commit an act which causes another person to become unconscious...result of that act.
B. Each liquor license holder shall have sufficient employees or agents on the premises to maintain the peace. Any employee, agent, or person acting on behalf of the liquor license holder shall be suitably trained to observe and be aware of persons who may become highly intoxicated and/or unconscious. Any employee, agent, or person acting on behalf of the liquor license holder shall be suitably trained to maintain the peace of the premises
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Batavia·3.3.21
License Renewal; Deadline
Summary
This section outlines the process for renewing local liquor licenses in Batavia. It specifies the qualifications for renewal, the deadline for application (April 1st), required documentation, and a late payment fee of $50.
Section Text
licensee may renew a local liquor license at the expiration thereof; provided, that the licensee is then qualified to receive a local liquor license and the premises for which such renewal local liquor license is sought are suitable for such purpose; provided further, that the renewal privilege provided for in this section shall not be construed as a vested right which shall in any case prevent the city council from decreasing the number of local liquor licenses to be issued...within the city. A liquor licensee shall file an application for renewal of a local liquor license, accompanied by the applicable local liquor license fee and all required documentation, including dramshop insurance coverage, on or before April 1, in any given year. There shall be a late payment fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) for failure to comply with the foregoing
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Winfield·3.3.6
License Classifications And Fees
Summary
This section establishes various license classifications for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages in Winfield, outlining specific requirements for each and setting annual fees. It covers full liquor licenses for bars and restaurants, as well as liquor stores and convenience stores, and separate classifications for beer and wine sales in restaurants and convenience/specialty stores.
Section Text
following license classifications are hereby established and no license or renewal thereof shall be issued until the applicable fee from the following schedule has been paid:
A. Class A, Full Liquor - Bar: This license is required for the retail sale of alcoholic liquors for consumption only on the premises specified (other than a restaurant), and sale for consumption off the premises is not permitted. The fee for this license shall be two thousand four hundred twenty dollars...Winfield Fire Protection District and the Winfield Public Library District. Prior to the issuance of a license, the applicant shall submit proof of one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) insurance. The applicant shall also comply with all applicable state liquor license requirements for events held at their facility. In addition, the applicant shall provide at least one (1) BASSET trained and certified individual on site during the entirety of the event. The fee for this license shall be six hundred
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St. Charles·5.08.260
Regulations applicable to certain licenses only
Summary
This section outlines specific regulations for certain alcohol licenses in St. Charles, including restrictions on single-serve beer sales, provisions for wine and beer tastings, rules regarding live entertainment, and limitations on underage persons in licensed premises.
Section Text
consumption on the premises when brewed on the premises of a Class A-4 license.
B. Class A, Class D-1 and Class E Licenses—Wine and beer tasting. Class A, Class B-3, Class D-1, and local liquor licenses hold on-premise wine and beer tasting, but only in connection with the bona fide sale of wine or beer in the original package for consumption, not on the premises. Wine and beer tasting shall be confined to samples...more than one ounce (1 oz.) of wine and two ounces (2 oz.) of beer in conjunction with the anticipated sale of wine and beer. The sample shall be provided without compensation. Class E local liquor license holders may conduct such wine and beer tasting, but only with the written approval of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner.
C. Class B, Class C, Class D-1, Class E, Class G-1 Licenses—Live entertainment. Class
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Merrionette Park·110.04
Class A tavern liquor dealer's license
Summary
This section establishes a tiered fee structure for Class A tavern liquor dealer's licenses in Merrionette Park, based on the seating capacity of the establishment. It also defines the scope of sales permitted under Class A-1 and A-2 licenses, allowing for both on-premises and restricted off-premises consumption, with limitations on advertising off-premises sales.
Section Text
class A tavern liquor dealer's license in which there is seating for 250 persons or less in the establishment, shall be $3,000.00. (Class A-1). However, if the establishment has seating for more than 250 persons, but not exceeding 500 persons, the fee shall be $4,000.00. (Class A-2). However, if the establishment has seating for more than 500 persons, the fee shall be $5,000.00.
(B) Class (A-1) (A-2) licenses shall authorize the sale
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Highwood·4.1.7
Classification Of Licenses
Summary
This section classifies alcoholic beverage licenses in Highwood into three classes (A, B, and C) based on the types of alcohol that can be sold and whether off-premise sales are permitted. It specifies the number of licenses allowed, operating hour restrictions, and fee structures for each class.
Section Text
annual fee for a Class D license shall be one thousand eight hundred seventy-five dollars ($1,875.00). (Ord. 18-O-17, 8-21-2018; amd. Ord. 21-O-07, 4-20-2021)
E. Class E License: Liquor store.
1. License holder is authorized to sell beer, wine and spirits in the original package as the manufacturer intended for sale, but not for consumption on the premises.
2. The number of licenses allowed shall be three (3).
3. Alcohol sales...class and the annual fee for this Class E license class shall be as provided in section 3-2A-1 of this Code. (Ord. 18-O-17, 8-21-2018)
F. Class F License: Convenience store with liquor.
1. License holder is authorized to sell beer, wine and spirits in the original package as the manufacturer intended for sale, but not for consumption on premises.
2. The number of licenses allowed shall be one.
3. Alcohol sales
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Coal City·112.50
Prohibited sales; presence on licensed premises
Summary
This ordinance prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic beverages to individuals under 21. It also restricts persons under 21 from remaining on Class A or A-1 licensed premises where alcohol is consumed after 9:00 p.m., unless accompanied by a parent or guardian. Exceptions are made for secondary use areas like bowling lanes.
Section Text
attained his or her 21st birthday.B. Remaining on licensed premises.(1) Persons under the age of 21 shall be and are hereby prohibited from remaining on the premises of a Class A or A-1 license liquor holder in the area where alcoholic liquor is provided for consumption on the premises after 9:00 p.m.(2) Persons under the age of 21 shall be allowed on the premises of a Class A or A-1 liquor license holder...accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian. No person under the age of 21, even if accompanied by a parent or guardian, shall remain on the premises of a Class A or A-1 liquor license holder in the area where alcoholic liquor is provided for consumption on the premises after 9:00 p.m.(3) This section shall not prohibit persons under the age of 21 years of age from remaining on a general area
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Winnetka·Section 5.09.100 Classification Of Licenses.
Summary
This section classifies liquor licenses into Class A, which primarily authorizes the retail sale and service of alcoholic beverages by restaurants incidental to meal service. It also outlines conditions for occasional sales of alcoholic beverages without food and for packaged sales of beer and wine with meals for off-premises consumption.
Section Text
sidewalk service shall be permitted under a Class A-5 license.
2. The hours of service shall be as provided in section 5.09.250 of this chapter.
G. [Reserved.]
H. [Reserved.]
I. Class B Licenses. Class B licenses authorize the sale of package liquor in a full-service grocery store or in a pharmacy operating as part of a larger retail establishment and specifically excluding stand-alone pharmacies (“pharmacy establishment”). A Class B license shall authorize the licensee...shall have the authority to impose such other conditions for the issuance of a wine station rider license as he or she may deem reasonably necessary.
S. Class X Special Use Permit License. Class X licenses authorize an Illinois licensed liquor retailer to transfer a portion of its alcoholic liquor inventory from its retail licensed premises to the premises specifically designated for such license to sell or serve alcoholic beverages, but not for resale in any form, at picnics, outings
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Woodridge·3.3.16
Conditions Of License
Summary
This section outlines the display requirements for liquor licenses and establishes specific hours of sale for various license classes, including restrictions on weekend sales and special provisions for New Year's Eve.
Section Text
Display Of License: All retail liquor dealer's licenses issued in conformity with the provisions of this chapter shall be displayed in a prominent place in the licensed establishment. (1976 Code §3-21)
B. Hours Of Sale:
1. No person holding a Class A-1, D-3, E-1, E-2, G-1, or M-2 license issued pursuant to this chapter shall sell, or permit to be sold, offered for sale, given away or delivered, any alcoholic liquor between...contrary, no liquor licensee shall be eligible to engage in video gaming or be issued a video gaming license, unless said licensee is the holder of a Class A-1, A-2, A-3, or E-1 liquor license and has been issued a supplemental Class VG liquor license and unless meals shall be actually and regularly prepared on the premises and served in accordance with either a general or specialized menu. Adequate and sanitary kitchen and dining room equipment
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Wheeling·4.08.140
Fees by classification
Summary
This section establishes a fee structure for various business classifications in Wheeling, requiring an annual license fee for each classification of business operated on or from a premises. The specific fees are detailed in Chapter 1.26 of the code.
Section Text
initial license fee
Class D-3 $3,500, $7,000 initial license fee
Class D-4 An amount equal to ten percent of the annual license fee required for the license holder's primary liquor license
Class E $1,000
Class F $1,500
Class G $900
Class H $5,000
Class I $50 per day not to exceed $300
Class J $900
Class J-1 $250
Class J-2 $900
Class K $50 (one day only)
Class...license fee
Class O $1,750, $2,500 initial license fee
Class P $2,500, $2,500 initial fee
(J) For the license year beginning May 1, 2020 and ending April 30, 2021, the annual business license fees and liquor license fees required by Sections 4.08.130(A)—(I) are hereby waived. The expiration of business and liquor licenses for the license year beginning May 1, 2019 is hereby extended by one month, to May 31, 2020.
Businesses and liquor licensees
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Glendale Heights·4.3.6
Ineligibility For License
Summary
This section outlines the eligibility requirements for obtaining a local retail liquor dealer's license in Glendale Heights. It lists several disqualifying factors for individuals and entities, including residency, character, citizenship, criminal convictions, past license revocations, and ownership/management qualifications for corporations and limited liability companies.
Section Text
local retail liquor dealer's license shall be issued to:
1. A person who is not a resident of the village.
2. A person who is not of good character and reputation in the community in which he resides.
3. A person who is not a citizen of the United States.
4. A person who has been convicted of a felony under any federal or state law, if determined by the local liquor control commissioner that such person...manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor cannot participate in any meetings, hearings, or decision on matters impacting the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor.
17. Any person, firm or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license.
18. A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as proscribed by any of the subsections (a)(3) through (a)(11) of 720 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/28-1, or as proscribed by 720 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/28-3
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Huntley·110.060
Licensed establishments; enforcement provisions
Summary
This section defines various types of licensed establishments that may operate video gaming terminals within Huntley, including general licensed establishments, fraternal, truck stop, and veterans' establishments. It also outlines that violations by such establishments are subject to penalties defined elsewhere.
Section Text
issued by the State is not effective within the Village unless all requirements of this section have been met. Video gaming cafes are prohibited. A video gaming cafe shall not be qualified to obtain any existing classification of Village liquor licenses. No such license allowing video gaming cafes shall be created, maintained, or authorized by this chapter.
(b) Exceptions: any video gaming location licensed by the Village as of March 23, 2017, and which continuously maintains a video gaming license...operation allowed for the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110. No video gaming terminal may be used, operated, or played at a licensed establishment where alcoholic liquor is sold when the liquor license for that establishment has been suspended or revoked. A licensee's gaming license shall be suspended for the same period of time as the suspension or revocation of the liquor license.
(8) Inspection. The Chief of Police or designee shall
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Batavia·3.3.11
Restrictions On Issuance/Renewal
Summary
This section outlines the criteria under which a liquor license will not be issued or renewed in Batavia. It covers residency requirements for sole proprietors and business entities, character and citizenship qualifications, criminal convictions, previous license revocations, and general eligibility for renewal.
Section Text
Commissioner appointment that complies with the requirements of Section 4-2 of the Act.
Q. Any person, firm or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer’s license;
R. Any applicant who fails to obtain a state liquor license;
S. A person who is not a legal or beneficial owner or authorized agent of the business to be operated by the licensee;
T. A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as proscribed...before any action on the corporation’s or limited liability company’s license is initiated;
X. In addition to other grounds specified in this chapter, the local liquor control commissioner shall refuse the issuance or renewal of a local liquor license, or suspend or revoke such license, for any of the following violations of any tax act administered by the Illinois department of revenue:
1. Failure to make and file a tax return,
2. The filing of a fraudulent return
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Barrington·3.3.1
Definitions
Summary
This section defines key terms related to alcoholic liquor control within Barrington, referencing the Illinois Liquor Control Act for overarching definitions and providing specific local definitions for 'alcoholic liquor', 'beer', 'caterer', and 'club'.
Section Text
similar import, means and refers to the license fee specified in section 3-3-7 of this chapter for the class of license for which an application has been filed and/or for which a license has been issued.
Liquor licenses defined by class:
Class 1-A. Sale and/or serving of alcoholic liquor for consumption on licensed premises.
Class 1-B. Sale and/or serving of beer and/or wine for consumption on licensed premises.
Class 2-A. Sale of alcoholic liquor...original package for consumption off the premises.
Class 2-B. Sale of beer and/or wine in original package for consumption off the premises.
Class 3. Caterer license, not held in combination with any other village liquor license.
Class 4. Mail order, other remote ordering, and/or broker sales of alcoholic liquor in original package, not held in combination with any other village liquor license.
Class 5-A. The serving and/or sale of beer and/or wine for consumption only on the licensed
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River Forest·8.5.12
Term; Fees
Summary
This section outlines the annual term and fee structure for local liquor licenses in River Forest. It specifies the license period, details the fees for various license classes, and describes procedures for prorated fees, refunds, and payment deadlines.
Section Text
term of each local liquor license issued hereunder shall be from January 1 to December 31. (Ord. 3456, 10-8-2012)
B. The fee for the various classes of local liquor licenses shall be as follows:
License Fee
License Fee
Class 1 $2,000.00 annually
Class 2 1,000.00 annually
Class 3 4,000.00 annually
Class 4 4,000.00 annually
Class 4A 4,000.00 annually
Class 4B 4,000.00 annually
Class 4B, if issued in combination with a Class...annually
Class 5 $100.00 per event (not for profit) $100.00 per event (other than not for profit)
Class 6 $1,000.00 annually
(Ord. 3744, 4-22-2019)
C. For the initial term of a local liquor license, the fee shall be reduced in proportion to the full calendar months which have expired in the calendar year in which such license is issued.
D. Any licensee whose liquor license is forfeited, suspended or revoked shall not be eligible for a refund
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Barrington·3.3.17
Additional prohibited acts and conditions
Summary
This section prohibits unauthorized consumption of alcoholic liquor on licensed premises and restricts bringing outside alcohol onto these premises. It also makes it unlawful to peddle liquor and sets conditions for sales to intoxicated persons or those under 21.
Section Text
premises licensed under this chapter for consumption on said premises.
C. Peddling liquor. It shall be unlawful to peddle alcoholic liquor in the village.
D. Sales to certain persons. It shall be unlawful for any holder of a liquor license issued pursuant to this chapter or any employee or agent of such licensee to sell, deliver or give any alcoholic liquor to any intoxicated persons or to any persons under the age of 21 years, provided, however, nothing contained...this section shall apply to an on premises liquor licensee that conducts product sampling.
G. Gasoline sales. No gasoline sales shall occur on any premises which are the subject of one or more current, valid liquor license(s) issued by the village pursuant to this chapter.
H. Violation. It shall be unlawful for any patron to leave any licensed premises with an open or a partially consumed container of any alcoholic liquor, or with any cup, glass, or other open
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Beach Park·5.16.240
General Provisions
Summary
This section outlines general provisions for liquor licenses in Beach Park, including display requirements, non-discrimination clauses, procedures for changing location, rules regarding abandonment, and obligations for licensee record-keeping.
Section Text
Display Of Liquor License: The village certificate of license issued in conformity with the provisions of this act shall be displayed at all times in a prominent place in the said licensed establishment.
B. Nondiscrimination In The Issuance/Renewal Of Liquor License: The liquor commissioner shall not issue nor renew a liquor license of any category to any person which discriminates in its service to individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, ethnic origin, national origin or ancestry. Except, bona...fide "club(s)" as defined in the liquor control law are exempt from this provision.
C. Change Of Location: A liquor 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 receipt of written permission from the commissioner. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location is in compliance with the provisions and regulations of this chapter.
D. Abandonment