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La Grange Park · 112.01

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the chapter, including Alcoholic Liquor, Beer, and Club, establishing specific criteria for club status related to alcohol sales and membership.

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stout, lager beer, porter and the like. CLUB. A corporation organized under the laws of this state, and not for pecuniary profit, solely for the promotion of some common object other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquors, kept, used and maintained by its members through the payment of annual dues and owning, hiring or leasing a building or space in a building of such extent and character as may be suitable and adequate for the reasonable and comfortable...with adequate and sanitary dining room and kitchen equipment and capacity. LICENSEE. Any person, firm, corporation or partnership or club holding a license under the provisions of this chapter. ORIGINAL PACKAGES. Any bottle, flask, jug, can, barrel, keg, hogshead or other receptacle or container whatsoever used, corked or capped, sealed and labeled by the manufacturer of alcoholic liquor to contain and convey any alcoholic liquor. RESTAURANT. Any place kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to the public
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Oswego · 3.7.22

Sales to minors, possession or consumption of alcohol by minor, and intoxicated patrons

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to individuals under 21, intoxicated persons, habitual drunkards, or incompetents by retail sellers. It also forbids minors from purchasing, possessing, or consuming alcohol, and places restrictions on adults and property owners providing or allowing minors to consume alcohol. Specific defenses for licensees selling to underage individuals are outlined.

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person known by him to be a habitual drunkard or an incompetent, nor shall any such person be permitted on the licensed premises. It shall be a defense to any action brought under the provisions of this chapter, against any licensee charging a violation of this chapter by the sale or gift by a licensee of alcoholic liquor to a person under 21 years of age, that licensee in question or his employee took from said underage person, prior
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Crestwood · 112.35

License Limitations

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This section defines retail liquor licenses as personal privileges that are non-transferable, non-inheritable, and expire upon the licensee's death, insolvency, or bankruptcy. It allows for a temporary continuation of the business by the executor or trustee for a limited period under court order.

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licensee, when the estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale at retail of the alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of the decedent or insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of the license, but no longer than six months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of the license. (Ord. 1899, passed
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Orland Park · 7.4.16

License Limitations

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This section establishes that retail liquor licenses are personal privileges that are not transferable, inheritable, or encumberable. While a license generally terminates upon the licensee's death or bankruptcy, an executor or trustee may be permitted to continue the business for a limited period under court order.

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licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale at retail of such alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent or insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license but no longer than six (6) months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such license
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Orland Park · 7.4.16

License Limitations

Summary

This section establishes that retail liquor licenses are personal privileges that are not transferable, inheritable, or encumberable. While a license generally terminates upon the licensee's death or bankruptcy, an executor or trustee may be permitted to continue the business for a limited period under court order.

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licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale at retail of such alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent or insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license but no longer than six (6) months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such license
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Palos Park · 808.10

Use And Renewal Of Licenses.

Summary

This section clarifies that an alcoholic beverage license is a personal privilege, not property, and outlines its non-transferability and the process for renewal, emphasizing that renewal is not a vested right and the number of licenses can be reduced.

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insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased, insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent or such insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license but not longer than six months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee. Any licensee may renew
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East Dundee · 116.06

Transfer Of License

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This section establishes that liquor licenses are personal privileges, not transferable property, and cease upon the licensee's death unless specific estate or bankruptcy provisions allow temporary continuation. It also states that license fees are not prorated and renewals are not guaranteed, as the number of licenses can be reduced.

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insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when the estate consists of part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under the order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the decease or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of the decedent or insolvency or bankruptcy, until expiration of the license, but not longer than six months after the death, insolvency or bankruptcy of the licensee. (C)   Except as provided for in this
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Steger · 6.78

Transfer

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This section establishes that municipal licenses are personal privileges, not transferable property, and outlines conditions for their renewal, transfer upon death or bankruptcy, and refund eligibility.

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bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale or manufacture of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased, insolvent, or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent or such insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license but not longer than six months after the death, bankruptcy, or insolvency of such licensee. A refund shall be made of that
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Maywood · 117.04

Civil Rights In Licensed Premises

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This ordinance prohibits licensees and their agents/employees from denying any person full and equal enjoyment of licensed premises where alcoholic liquor is sold. Such denial is prohibited unless based on conditions and limitations applicable to all citizens.

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licensee licensed under the provisions of this chapter shall deny or permit their agents and employees to deny any person full and equal enjoyment of the accommodations, advantages, facilities and privileges of any premises in which alcoholic liquor is authorized to be sold subject only to the conditions and limitations established by law and applicable alike to all citizens. (1997 Code, § 35.32) (Ord. 78-10, passed
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Posen · 7.3.10

Transfer Of License

Summary

This section establishes that an alcoholic liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally not transferable or inheritable. However, it allows for temporary continuation of license privileges by executors, administrators, or trustees under specific circumstances.

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estate of any deceased licensee, and the trustee of any insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court, may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee 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. Any licensee may renew his license
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Woodstock · 3.3.14

Prohibited Acts And Conditions

Summary

This section outlines prohibited acts related to alcoholic liquor in Woodstock, including peddling, sales to minors or intoxicated persons, public consumption outside of authorized events, and specific activities within establishments selling alcohol.

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disability or in need of mental treatment, or harbor or permit any intoxicated persons to loiter on the premises described in the license or permit any conduct which shall tend to disturb the peace and quiet of the neighborhood, or the premises. C.   Public Consumption: 1.   It shall be unlawful for any person to consume any-”alcoholic liquor”, as defined by this chapter upon or about-any street, sidewalk or public thoroughfare, except to the extent the Commissioner waives...city regarding screening, sound amplification and location. The licensee shall also comply with all insurance requirements pursuant to subsection 3.3.3D of this chapter and shall make the city an additional insured party under the licensee’s liquor liability insurance. D.   Adult Business and Bodily Contact Prohibitions: 1.   It shall be unlawful for any person maintaining, owning or operating a commercial establishment located within the city, at which alcoholic beverages are offered for sale for consumption on the premises
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Crestwood · 112.23

Local Liquor Control Commissioner

Summary

This section establishes the Mayor of Crestwood as the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, responsible for administering liquor license regulations. The Commissioner has the power to grant, suspend, or revoke licenses, investigate violations, and deny license applications.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall be fixed by ordinance 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 30 days, or revoke for cause, in accordance with the provisions of this subchapter, all local licenses issued to persons for premises within his or her jurisdiction; (2)   To enter or to authorize any law enforcement officer or peace officer...deny any application for the issuance or renewal of a license to an applicant he or she has determined to be ineligible therefore; and (5)   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 of suspension has been served in the manner hereinafter provided, and to examine or cause to be examined, the books and records of any applicant or licensee
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Rockdale · 10.17

Outdoor sale and consumption at licensed premises restricted; sale and consumption at pool rooms prohibited

Summary

This section restricts the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages to the interior of licensed premises and prohibits it in pool rooms. Outdoor sales and consumption, including beer gardens and exterior decks, are prohibited unless special written permission is granted.

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sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages by patrons and the general public shall be permitted only within the interior of the licensed premises, and shall be unlawful at any billiard hall/pool room. Operation of beer gardens, exterior decks and outside events shall be prohibited without special written permission of the village president in his capacity as liquor commissioner. (Code
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Westmont · 22.561

Insurance

Summary

This section requires licensees for outdoor dining on public sidewalks in Westmont to obtain and maintain specific insurance policies, including commercial general liability and dram shop/liquor liability if applicable. It mandates providing certificates of insurance naming the village as an additional insured and requires 30 days' notice before cancellation or material changes to the policies.

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aggregate combined single limit; (2) Dram shop/liquor liability insurance, but only if licensee sells and/or serves alcoholic liquors from its restaurant; (3) Licensee shall provide the village with certificates of insurance stating the coverages, limits, expiration dates, and compliance with all applicable required provisions as a condition to receiving this outdoor dining license from the village. Such certificates shall name the village, its officials, officers, and employees as additional insureds; (4) Except in the case of the termination
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Maywood · 117.58

Bond

Summary

This section mandates that license applicants in Maywood must provide a bond to ensure compliance with local ordinances. Applicants can either furnish a bond with a corporate surety or a bond with two qualified resident sureties who can pledge sufficient real estate value.

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Before any license shall be issued, the applicant shall furnish a bond with a corporate surety, such corporate surety to be a surety company regularly authorized to act as surety and to be approved by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. Such bond shall provide against any violation by the principal, his agents or employees of any of the terms of this chapter or any other ordinance, rule or regulation now in force or which may hereafter be in force
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Dolton · 10.999

General Penalty

Summary

This section establishes a general penalty for violations of the Dolton village code where no specific penalty is otherwise stated. It also outlines that fines will be between $50 and $500, and offenders are responsible for collection costs if attorneys or collection agents are involved. Additionally, it specifies that continuous violations are considered separate offenses and allows prosecutors to choose which section to proceed under if an offense is covered by multiple provisions.

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Description Fee Final Notice Abandoned vehicle $500 $1,000 Accumulation of waste on premises (commercial) $500 Accumulation of waste on premises (residential) $200 Barking dog (add excessive) $100 $250 Discharge of fireworks F2701.1 (BOCA) (illegal) $500 $1,000 Dog license $50 $250 Dog running at large $500 $1,000 Double parked $250 $500 Excessive noise $750 $1,500/$3,000 Failure to display house number (front or alley) $200 Failure to obtain alarm permit $80 Illegal parked vehicle for sale...Parking after hours $100 $250 Parking in fire lane $500 $1,000 Pedestrian walking on roadway $50 $100 Possession of open alcoholic liquor in public place $500 $1,000 Putting garbage out too early (5:00 p.m. the night before) (note: also cans to be picked up by 7:00 p.m. day of collection) $100 Regulating and license business $200 Residential parking $250 Restriction of truck parking (pick up trucks excluded) $250 $500 Vehicle repairs on street (nuisance
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South Barrington · 3.2.12

Transfer Of License

Summary

This section establishes that a liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and cannot be transferred upon death or bankruptcy. However, a trustee may continue the business for a limited time under court order.

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bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee 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. No refund shall be made of that
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Mokena · 3.11.2

License Type And Requirement

Summary

This section establishes a requirement for a tobacco license to sell, give away, deliver, or possess with intent to distribute tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, or alternative nicotine products within Mokena. It also outlines two classifications for these licenses, Class A and Class B, with differing operational and product sale restrictions, including age restrictions for Class B establishments.

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classification of tobacco, electronic cigarette, or alternative nicotine product licenses to issue based on the operation of the business. 1.   Tobacco license Class A: Authorizes the retail sale on the premises specified of the sale of cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco and loose tobacco, other tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, or alternative nicotine products at a convenience store, tavern, liquor store, or gas station as an ancillary use. a.   Category A shops shall be limited as to the types of pipes
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Lemont · 5.04.090

Transfer limitations

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This section clarifies that a liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally not transferable. It outlines specific provisions for the continuation of the business by an estate's representative for a limited period after the licensee's death or bankruptcy/insolvency.

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licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale or manufacture of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent, or such insolvency or bankruptcy, until the expiration of such license, but not longer than six months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee
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Countryside · 3.5.22

Video Gaming

Summary

This section states that premises licensed for video gaming by the Illinois Gaming Board that are also licensed under this chapter (Liquor Control) will face penalties under both this chapter and the Illinois Liquor Control Act if they violate the Video Gaming Act.

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Premises licensed under this chapter that have been licensed as licensed video gaming locations by the Illinois gaming board which were found to be in violation of the video gaming act 1 shall also be subject to the penalties provided for in this chapter and the Illinois liquor control
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Waukegan · 3.19

License is a privilege only

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This section establishes that a license issued under this chapter is a personal privilege, not property, and expires annually. It cannot be transferred, attached, or inherited, though temporary continuation of the business by an estate or trustee is permitted under court order for a limited time.

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bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent or such insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license, but in no event to be longer than six months after the death, bankruptcy, or insolvency of such licensee
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Carpentersville · 5.12.105

Transfer of license

Summary

This section clarifies that an alcoholic liquor license in Carpentersville is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally not transferable. However, it allows for temporary continuation of the business by executors, administrators, or trustees under specific court orders and time limits.

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bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor, under order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent, or such insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license but not longer than six months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee. B. Licenses issued under this chapter apply only
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McCullom Lake · 3.36

Transfer generally

Summary

This section establishes that an alcoholic liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally non-transferable and non-assignable, though it can be continued by an estate or trustee under specific court orders and conditions. It also outlines the renewal process, clarifying that renewal is not a vested right and the village board can limit the number of licenses.

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bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent, or such insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license but not longer than six months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee. A refund shall be made of that portion
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Lake Zurich · 3.3B-18

License Is Personal Privilege Only

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This section clarifies that a liquor license in Lake Zurich is a personal privilege that expires annually and cannot be sold, transferred, or inherited. It allows for limited continuation of the business by an estate or trustee for a maximum of six months under court order.

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bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent or such insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license but no longer than six (6) months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee
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Antioch · 4.2B-18

License Is Personal Privilege Only

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This section establishes that a liquor license in Antioch is a personal privilege, not property, and is non-transferable. It outlines provisions for the continuation of the business under specific circumstances upon the death, insolvency, or bankruptcy of the licensee.

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bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under order of the appropriate court and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of such decedent or such insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of such license but no longer than six (6) months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee
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