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Crete · 12.374

Restaurant

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This section defines 'restaurant' and 'food' for the purposes of local regulation, establishes a requirement for obtaining an annual license to operate a restaurant, and outlines grounds for license revocation.

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food or drink (other than alcoholic liquor) is prepared or served to the public for consumption on the premises, and the term "food" shall include beverages other than alcoholic liquor. (b) It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a restaurant in the village without having first obtained a license therefor. The annual fee for such licenses shall be in an amount as set forth in article V of chapter 2 immediately to the right of the reference

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Highwood · 4.1.25

Inspections

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This section outlines the authority of the local liquor control commissioner and law enforcement officers to inspect applicants, licensees, and licensed premises for compliance with alcoholic beverage regulations. It grants broad powers to examine records, hear testimony, and enter premises.

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Records: The local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served as provided by statute, and to examine or cause to be examined the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and to take proof for his information in the performance...provisions of this chapter shall constitute a license to the law enforcing officers of the city to enter at any time upon the premises licensed under the provisions of this chapter to determine whether any of the provisions of this chapter, or any rule or regulation adopted by the commission or any provision of the liquor control act adopted by the general assembly, has been or is being violated

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Winthrop Harbor · 110.31

Closing Hours

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This section outlines the specific hours of operation permitted for various classes of establishments selling alcoholic liquor in Winthrop Harbor, with special provisions for holidays and a grace period for public departure after closing.

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Friday and Saturday 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight (B) It shall be unlawful to sell or offer to sell at retail alcoholic liquor between 6:00 p.m. Christmas Eve and 10:00 a.m. on Christmas Day, except that Class “B” and Class “F” licenses may make authorized sales until 9:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve. On New Year’s Eve, all Class "A, C, G, and H" licensees shall be permitted to sell alcoholic liquor until

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Oakbrook Terrace · 124.19

Location and placement of video gaming terminals

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This section mandates that video gaming terminals be located in age-restricted areas, visible to employees over 21. It also outlines responsibilities for terminal placement and management, and grants the Liquor Commissioner authority to limit terminals in adjacent businesses operated as a single entity.

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terminals are located shall separate any video gaming terminals from the area accessible by minors. (C) All video gaming terminals must be located in those areas of a licensed video gaming location with restricted visibility from areas outside of the business. (D) When two or more adjacent businesses appear to the Liquor Commissioner to be a single business, or are operated by the same or commingled ownership, then the Liquor Commissioner may limit those businesses to the maximum number...more adjacent businesses for purposes of determining the maximum number of video gaming terminals to which it is entitled may submit a request for hearing to the Liquor Commissioner. The hearing procedures shall be those set forth in § 124.17 of this chapter. (E) The owner, manager or employee of the licensed video gaming location who is over 21 years of age shall be present during all hours of operation, and the video gaming terminals or the entrance to the video

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Winnetka · Section 3.52.030 Commissioner'S Powers.

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This section outlines the powers of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner in Winnetka. The Commissioner is authorized to issue, suspend, and revoke liquor licenses, inspect licensed premises, receive and act on citizen complaints, deny license applications, and create rules for the retail distribution and sale of alcoholic liquor.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall have the following powers, functions and duties: A. To grant, suspend for not more than thirty (30) days, or revoke for cause in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5.08, all local licenses issued to persons for premises within the Village; B. To enter or to authorize any law enforcement officer to enter at any time upon any premises licensed under Chapter 5.08, to determine whether any of the provisions of Chapter...Chapter 5.08; D. To deny any application for the issuance or renewal of a license to an applicant he or she has determined to be ineligible for such license; E. To promulgate rules and regulations, not inconsistent with the law, for the distribution and sale at retail of alcoholic liquor in the Village. (Prior code

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Calumet Park · 112.17

Liquor Control Commissioner; Powers And Duties

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This section outlines the powers and duties of the Calumet Park Liquor Control Commissioner, who is the Mayor. The Commissioner is responsible for administering the liquor control subchapter, including issuing, suspending, and revoking local licenses, authorizing inspections, and handling citizen complaints.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall be fixed by subchapter adopted by the Board of Trustees. (B) Powers and duties. The Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall have the following powers, functions and duties: (1) To grant, suspend for not more than 60 days, or revoke for cause, in accordance with the provisions of this subchapter, all local licenses or permits issued...persons or corporations for premises within his or her jurisdiction. (2) To authorize any law enforcement officer or peace officer to enter at any time upon any premises licensed hereunder, to determine whether any of the provisions of this subchapter or any rules or regulations adopted by the Local Liquor Commissioner or by any other agency having the authority to do so have been or are being violated, and at the time of such entry to examine such premises

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Westchester · 5.102.190

Location and placement of video gaming terminals

Summary

This section mandates that video gaming terminals in Westchester must be located in age-restricted areas visible to employees over 21. It also grants the Liquor Commissioner authority to consolidate adjacent businesses under common ownership to limit the total number of terminals allowed.

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chapter. (B) All video gaming terminals must be located in an area restricted to persons over 21 years of age. Any licensed video gaming location that allows minors to enter where video gaming terminals are located shall separate any video gaming terminals from the area accessible by minors. (C) When two or more adjacent businesses appear to the Liquor Commissioner to be a single business, or are operated by the same or commingled ownership, then the Liquor Commissioner may limit...more adjacent businesses for purposes of determining the maximum number of video gaming terminals to which it is entitled may submit a request for hearing to the Liquor Commissioner. The hearing procedures shall be those set forth in Section 5.102.170. (D) The owner, manager or employee of the licensed video gaming location who is over 21 years of age shall be present during all hours of operation, and the video gaming terminals or the entrance to the video gaming terminal

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Crystal Lake · 329.9

Disposition of fees

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This section outlines the process for handling fees submitted with liquor license applications. It specifies that fees are to be turned over to the City Clerk, returned if the license is denied, or deposited into the general fund or a designated fund if the license is granted.

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such fees paid to the Liquor Control Commissioner at time application is made shall be forthwith turned over to the City Clerk. In the event the license applied for has been denied, the fee shall be returned to the applicant; if the license is granted, then the fee shall be deposited in the general corporate fund or in such other fund as shall have been designated by the Council, by proper action

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Broadview · 10.4.6

Special And Conditional Zoning District Use Standards

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This section outlines specific use standards for various zoning applications in Broadview, including off-street parking requirements, location restrictions for shooting ranges, and detailed compliance requirements for nursing homes and group homes.

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this title. B. Recreational Uses: 1. Shooting range shall be located not closer than one thousand feet (1,000') to any similar use, residence, daycare facility, school, park, liquor store or bar. C. Residential Uses: 1. Nursing homes are subject to the following: a. Each home shall be duly licensed and, prior to admitting residents, the operator shall demonstrate that the dwelling will comply with applicable licensing and code standards. b. Applicant shall submit a statement of the exact nature...daycare facility, liquor store, bar, firearms dealer, or other shooting range. 8. Barbershops shall not be located closer than one thousand feet (1,000') from any beauty parlor or other barbershop. 9. Beauty parlors shall not be located closer than one thousand feet (1,000') from any barbershop or other beauty parlor. 10. Tattoo parlors and body piercing establishments are subject to the following: a. All tattoo parlors and body piercing establishments shall be duly licensed. b. Written parental consent

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Wilmington · 34.54

Regulation of beer gardens

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This section outlines the conditions for operating beer gardens during the Catfish Days Celebration week, including requirements for fencing, access control, age restrictions, sanitation, licensing, and enforcement.

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provision by providing a responsible person or persons to check and establish the age of each person consuming alcoholic liquor within the beer garden. (5) Each beer garden shall provide and maintain such number of portable sanitary facilities as may be required by the Catfish Days coordinating committee. (6) All beer gardens shall be approved to obtain a license to operate and pay the fee as hereinafter specified in division (B) below. (7) Any violation of this section, state...Class E, or I-2 licensee under the provisions of Chapter 112 of this code, desiring to operate a beer garden during Catfish Days, shall obtain a beer garden license, as follows: (1) An application shall be made at least 30 days prior to Catfish Days Celebration to the local liquor commissioner on a form acceptable to the commissioner, the form shall be completed by the applicant, and the permit fee must be paid in full at the time

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Richton Park · 802.09

License Fee Schedule; Adjustment Of Fees.

Summary

This section establishes a tiered annual license fee schedule for food and commercial establishments based on floor area, with additional specific fees for certain business activities like alcoholic liquor sales, amusement parks, and cigarette dealers. It also includes a fee for Cook County Environmental Health Department inspections.

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Except as otherwise specifically provided in this section, yearly fees for food or commercial establishments are as follows: Floor Area License Fee Classification (sq. ft.) (yearly) Food establishments 0 - 999 $ 100.00 Food establishments 1,000 - 2,500 125.00 Food establishments 2,501 - 5,000 150.00 Food establishments 5,001 - 10,000 175.00 Food establishments 10,001 - 20,000 300.00 Food establishments over 20,000 500.00 Cook County Environmental Health Department food establishment inspection fee (2 per year) Per Cook County...over 20,000 500.00 (b) The following commercial business activities shall be charged the following fees in lieu of the fees set forth in subsection (a) hereof: (1) Alcoholic liquor sales . Applicants shall pay a one-hundred dollar ($100.00) application fee. The annual fees for the various classes of licenses are set forth in Section 806.04. (2) Amusement parks - $300.00 per year (3) Carnivals . Fees for carnival licenses shall be determined by the Board of Trustees and its President with

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River Grove · 5.42.7

License Restrictions; Requirements

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This section outlines licensing restrictions and requirements for video gaming terminals in River Grove, mandating segregated areas for minors, burglar alarm systems with specific notification protocols, and video camera surveillance with data retention requirements.

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obstruct the view of the video gaming area which shall be visible to an employee at all times. Furthermore, such site plan must be approved by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner or his or her designated agent. (B) Burglar Alarm: Unless otherwise authorized by the Chief of Police, all licensed establishments shall be equipped with a burglar alarm system, and whenever any alarm is activated or the alarm detects unauthorized entry into a licensed premises, the licensed establishment

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Hoffman Estates · 8.3.19

Revocation or suspension of license

Summary

This section outlines the Hoffman Estates Commission's authority to revoke or suspend an alcohol license. It details the process, including public hearings and written notice, but allows for immediate closure of premises if public welfare is threatened.

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licensee an opportunity to be heard during that period, except that if such licensee shall also be engaged in the conduct of another business or businesses on the licensed premises, such order shall not be applicable to such other business or businesses. Appeals shall be taken to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission and the Circuit Court in the manner provided

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Richton Park · 806.08

Special Requirements For Clubs.

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This section outlines specific requirements for clubs seeking to operate private clubs in Richton Park. It mandates obtaining a license, submitting articles of incorporation and bylaws, reporting changes in leadership or ownership, and sets qualifications for officers and directors, prohibiting those with certain criminal convictions.

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Clerk, the license fee established by the Board of Trustees, making an application for a license therefor on a form provided by the Clerk and receiving the license from the Clerk. (b) Articles of Incorporation . An applicant for a license for a private club shall file, with the Clerk, true copies in duplicate of the club's articles of incorporation and bylaws. If the applicant is a corporation, it shall file, with the Clerk, true copies of any articles...prohibitory laws of the State or any other state, or the United States, including those heretofore in effect; or (2) A violation of any of the gambling or prohibitory liquor ordinances of any city or village in the State. However, any person holding such a position in any private club licensed under this chapter and operating at the time of its enactment is not subject to this section as to the position he or she holds at the time

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Hillside · 6.45

Examination of applicant

Summary

This section grants the local liquor control commissioner the authority to examine applicants and licensees, including their books and records, under oath. The commissioner can issue subpoenas effective statewide and authorize agents to act on their behalf to gather information.

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local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served as provided by statute, and to examine or cause to be examined the books and records of any such applicant or licensee, and to hear testimony and take proofs for his information in the performance of his duties...such purpose to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of this state. For the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor control commissioner under this section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf, as provided by statute. (Code 1965, § 14.007) State Law reference— Similar provisions, 235 ILCS 5/4-5

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Hillside · 22.822

Outdoor pay telephones

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This section regulates the installation and maintenance of outdoor pay telephones, generally requiring them to be located on the public way. Exceptions can be made through a revocable certificate of registration issued by the village administrator for non-public way locations.

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vacant property; (ii) on property on which there is situated an abandoned building; (iii) on property on which there is situated an establishment that has or requires a tavern license, or that is kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to the public as a place that primarily sells alcoholic liquor at retail, or (iv) on property on which there is a building that is used primarily for residential purposes. Certificates of registration shall be issued for particular locations identified

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Calumet City · 6.33

Examination and subpoena powers

Summary

This section grants the Calumet City local liquor control commissioner broad powers to examine applicants and licensees, including their books and records. The commissioner can issue subpoenas to gather information, with these subpoenas being effective throughout the state.

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local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or uspension has been served in the manner hereinafter provided, and to examine or cause to be examined, the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and take proof for his information in the performance of his duties...such purpose to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of this state. For the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor control commissioner under this section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf. (Code 1980, § 3-4; Ord. of 12-3-1963, § 13) State Law reference— Similar provisions, 235 ILCS 5/4-5

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Prospect Heights · 2.3.6

Examination Of Applicant

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This section grants the Local Liquor Control Commissioner the authority to examine applicants and licensees, including their books and records, under oath. The Commissioner can also issue subpoenas effective statewide to gather information.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall have the right to examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served as provided by statute, and to examine or cause to be examined the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and take proof for his information in the performance of his duties...such purpose to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of this State. For the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner under this section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf, as provided by statute

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Stickney · 6.47

Examination fees

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This section grants the local liquor control commissioner broad authority to examine applicants and licensees, their books and records, and to issue subpoenas throughout the state for information related to local liquor licenses. Agents can be authorized to act on the commissioner's behalf.

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local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any application for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served as provided by statute, and to examine or cause to be examined the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and take proof for his information in the performance of his duties...such purpose to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of this state. For the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor control commissioner under this section, he may authorize his agent to act in his behalf, as provided by statute. (Code 1981, § 3-9) State Law reference— Right to examine applicant, 235 ILCS 5/4-5

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Lisle · 3.2.5

Examination Of Applicant

Summary

This section grants the local liquor control commissioner broad authority to examine applicants and licensees, including their books and records, under oath. The commissioner can issue subpoenas enforceable throughout the state and authorize agents to act on their behalf.

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local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation has been served in the manner hereinafter provided, and to examine or cause to be examined the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and take proof of his information in the performance of his duties, and for such...purpose to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of this state. For the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor control commissioner under this section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf

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South Chicago Heights · 6.25

Examination of applicant

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This section grants the local liquor control commissioner broad authority to examine applicants and licensees, including their books and records. This examination can be conducted under oath, with the power to issue subpoenas effective statewide, and the commissioner can authorize agents to act on their behalf.

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local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation has been served in the manner hereinafter provided, and to examine or cause to be examined the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and take proof of his information in the performance of his duties, and for such...purpose to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of this state. For the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor control commissioner under this section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf

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North Barrington · 3.1.5

Investigations And Examinations

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This section grants the local liquor control commissioner broad authority to investigate applicants and licensees. This includes the power to examine individuals under oath, review books and records, hear testimony, take proof, and issue subpoenas effective statewide.

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local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served in the manner hereinafter provided, and to examine, or cause to be examined, the books and records of any such applicant or licensee, to hear testimony and take proof for his information in the performance of his duties...such purpose, to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of the state. For the purpose of obtaining any information desired by the local liquor control commissioner under this section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf. (1977 Code

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Chicago · 8.4.054

Outdoor Pay Telephones Prohibited.

Summary

This section prohibits outdoor pay telephones, requiring them to be enclosed within a building or located on the public way under specific conditions. It outlines penalties for violations and allows for revocable registration certificates for exceptions.

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vacant property; (ii) on property on which there is situated an abandoned building; (iii) on property on which there is situated an establishment that has or requires a tavern license, or that is kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to the public as a place that primarily sells alcoholic liquor at retail; or (iv) on property on which there is a building that is used primarily for residential purposes. Certificates of registration shall be issued for particular locations identified

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Bloomingdale · 4.2.25

Examination Of Books And Records

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This section grants the local liquor control commissioner broad authority to examine applicants and licensees, including their books and records, under oath. The commissioner can issue subpoenas and authorize agents to gather information for their duties.

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local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to examine or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local license or for a renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served as provided by statute, and to examine or cause to be examined the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; to hear testimony and take proof for his information in the performance of his duties...such purpose, to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of the state. For the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor control commissioner under this section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf, as provided by statute

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Batavia · 3.26.6

Conditions Of License

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This section outlines the conditions for obtaining and maintaining a video gaming license in Batavia, including regulations on the physical separation of gaming devices, law enforcement access, state licensing requirements, operating hours in liquor establishments, age restrictions, and designated restricted areas.

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licensed by the State before placement in the licensed premises and operation, and the license of each and every video gaming terminal shall be maintained at the licensed premises where the video gaming terminal is operated; D. No video gaming terminal may be used, operated or played at a liquor establishment where alcoholic liquor is sold except during the legal hours of operation allowed for the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor pursuant to the provisions of chapter

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