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Lombard · 112.25

Advisory liquor control commission

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This section establishes an Advisory Liquor Control Commission appointed by the Local Liquor Commissioner to review liquor license applications. The commission investigates applicant qualifications and premises compliance, submitting an advisory report and recommendation to the Commissioner.

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appointed, when an application has been made to the Local Liquor Commissioner, he/she shall refer such application to the Advisory Liquor Commission for review. Said Commission shall then investigate the applicant so as to determine the qualification of the applicant under the terms, conditions and requirements of this Chapter. In addition said Commission shall investigate the proposed licensed premises so as to ascertain whether said premises fully complies with the requirements of all codes and ordinances of the village, including
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Winnetka · Section 5.09.105 Service Of Alcoholic Liquor On Public Sidewalks And Public Property.
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This section outlines the conditions for serving alcoholic beverages on public sidewalks and property in Winnetka, requiring Village Council approval, defining service areas, imposing seasonal and hourly limitations, mandating supervision, and requiring insurance.

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licensee's use of the public way, whether the claim, injury or damages arise from an incident on the licensed premises or on the adjacent portion of the public way that remains open for public use. 2. The licensee shall maintain dram shop insurance in an amount specified by statute or ordinance, or by rule of the State Liquor Control Commission or the Local Liquor Commissioner, but in no event shall the amount of dram shop insurance be less than
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Elmwood Park · 4.5.5

Transfer of License

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This section establishes that an alcoholic beverage license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally not transferable or subject to legal claims. However, it allows executors, administrators, or trustees to continue the business for a limited period after the licensee's death or insolvency under court order.

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insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor may continue the business of sale of alcoholic liquor under the 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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Glendale Heights · 4.3.15

Nontransferability Of License

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This section establishes that a liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and cannot be transferred. However, it allows for temporary continuation of the business by executors, administrators, or trustees under specific court orders for a limited duration following the licensee's death or bankruptcy.

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insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of sale of alcoholic liquor under the 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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Northlake · 3.3.5.5

Transfer Of License

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This section establishes that a liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally not transferable. It can be continued by an executor, administrator, or trustee for a limited period after the licensee's death or bankruptcy under court order.

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insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor may continue the business of sale of alcoholic liquor under the 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
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Hanover Park · 10.20

Transfer of license

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This section establishes that an alcoholic beverage license in Hanover Park is a personal privilege, valid for one year, and generally not transferable. However, it allows executors, administrators, or trustees to continue the business under court order for a limited time upon the death, insolvency, or bankruptcy of the licensee.

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insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor may continue the business of sale of alcoholic liquor under the 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 months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee. (Code
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Glen Ellyn · 3.19.24

Transfer of license

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This section establishes that a liquor license is a personal privilege, not transferable property, and ceases upon the licensee's death. However, it allows executors, administrators, or trustees to continue the business for a limited time under court order.

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insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor may continue the business of sale of alcoholic liquor under the 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 months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee
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Warrenville · 3.2.10

Insurance Required

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This section mandates that applicants for a liquor license must provide proof of liquor liability insurance from a solvent company authorized in Illinois. The policy must cover specific amounts for bodily injury and property damage liability, as well as loss of means of support.

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license shall be issued to any person, association or corporation that cannot produce a policy of insurance in a solvent and responsible company authorized to do business in the State of Illinois insuring said person, association or corporation against liability for any injury or death which said parties may incur while operating under the provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Act, in the amount of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00) per individual and one hundred thousand dollars...support. Each applicant shall show by evidence satisfactory to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, the issuance of a policy of liquor liability insurance, and in the event he is not the owner of the premises described in said application, that he has a lawful right to possession of the same until the expiration of the term of license for which application is made
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Woodstock · 3.3.7

Privilege Granted By License

Summary

This section clarifies that a liquor license in Woodstock is a personal privilege, not property, and generally cannot be transferred, attached, or inherited. However, it allows for temporary business continuation by executors, administrators, or trustees under specific court orders for a limited period after the licensee's death or insolvency/bankruptcy.

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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 the 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. A refund shall be made
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Wheeling · 4.32.090

Transferability

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This section states that alcoholic liquor licenses are personal privileges, not property, and are non-transferable. However, executors, administrators, or trustees can continue the business for a limited time upon the licensee's death or insolvency.

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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 such 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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Barrington · 3.3.11

License transfer; change of status

Summary

This section outlines that a liquor license is a personal privilege, valid for one year or less, and is not transferable property. It also details conditions under which a license ceases, including material inaccuracies in the application or the licensee's loss of entitlement, and specifies provisions for continuation of business by estates or trustees under court order.

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licensee, which such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale or manufacture of alcoholic liquor under the 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 license. A refund shall be made
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Lindenhurst · 111.23

Transfer Of License

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This section establishes that a license is a personal privilege, non-transferable, and non-inheritable, expiring after one year or upon the licensee's death. However, it allows for the continuation of the business by executors, administrators, or trustees under court order for a limited period.

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licensee, when the estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale or manufacture of alcoholic liquor under the order of the appropriate court, and may exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of the descendant, or the insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of the license but not longer than 6 months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of the licensee. No refund of any portion
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Hillside · 6.50

Transfer

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This section defines a liquor license as a non-transferable personal privilege lasting no more than one year. It outlines provisions for continuing a deceased or insolvent licensee's business under court order for a limited time.

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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 the 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
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Streamwood · 3.4.11

Transfer Of License

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This section clarifies that an alcoholic liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and is not transferable upon death or bankruptcy. However, executors, administrators, or trustees can 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 or manufacture of alcoholic liquor under the 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. A refund shall be made
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Villa Park · 3.317

Personal nature of license

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This section establishes that a license issued under this chapter is a personal privilege, not property, and is not transferable. It specifies that the license generally ceases upon the death or insolvency/bankruptcy of the licensee, but allows for continuation of the business under court order for a limited time.

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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 the 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. A refund shall be made
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Round Lake Beach · 3.2.11

Transfer of license

Summary

This section establishes that an alcoholic liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally not transferable, attachable, or inheritable. However, it allows for temporary continuation of the business by executors, administrators, or trustees under specific court orders in cases of death, insolvency, or bankruptcy.

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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 the 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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South Elgin · 111.06

Transfer Of License

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This section clarifies that liquor licenses are personal privileges and generally not transferable, with specific exceptions for executors/administrators of deceased licensees and for corporate ownership changes under certain conditions. It also dictates how the license terminates upon the death or dissolution of a licensee.

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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 the 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 license. (B)   When the licensee
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Broadview · 3.3.2.7

Transfer Of License

Summary

This section defines a liquor license as a personal privilege, not property, and generally non-transferable. It outlines provisions for continuing the business under a license for a limited period upon the death, bankruptcy, or insolvency of the licensee, with a proportional refund of fees.

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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 the 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. A refund shall be made
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Lincolnwood · 10.2.14

Transfer of license

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This section establishes that an alcoholic liquor dealer license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally non-transferable. It also outlines provisions for continuing the business under specific circumstances of licensee death or 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 the 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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Carol Stream · 11.2.14

Transfer Of License

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This section establishes that an alcoholic liquor license is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally not transferable. It outlines provisions for executors, administrators, or trustees to operate the licensed business for a limited time following the licensee's death or insolvency.

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deceased licensee, and the trustee of any insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor under the 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 license
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Hainesville · 5.08.190

Transfer of license

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This section establishes that an alcoholic beverage license in Hainesville is a personal privilege, not property, and is generally non-transferable. It outlines specific provisions for the continuation of the license's privileges by executors, administrators, or trustees under certain conditions following the licensee's death, bankruptcy, or insolvency.

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deceased licensee, and the trustee of any insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor under the 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 license. (Ord. 98-12-1 § 1 (part): prior code
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Markham · 112.024

Transfer Of Licenses

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This section establishes that municipal licenses are personal privileges, not transferable property, and cease upon the licensee's death or bankruptcy, though executors or trustees may operate under the license for a limited period. It also outlines the renewal process, stating that renewals are not a vested right and can be denied by the City Council.

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deceased licensee, and the trustee of any insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor under the 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 license. A refund shall be made of that portion
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Orland Park · 7.4.13

Posting Licenses And Warnings

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This section requires retail liquor licensees in Orland Park to prominently display their licenses annually and to post a warning sign informing individuals under 21 about the penalties for attempting to purchase alcohol or misrepresenting their age. The warning sign must have specific formatting requirements.

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licensee shall cause his license or licenses to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises not later than December 31 of each year for the next following year. (Ord. 3493, 6-4-01) Every licensee shall post or cause to be posted in plain view, at every location where alcoholic liquor is sold, a printed sign which shall read substantially as follows: "WARNING TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 YEARS
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Orland Park · 7.4.13

Posting Licenses And Warnings

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This section requires retail liquor licensees in Orland Park to prominently display their licenses annually and to post a warning sign informing individuals under 21 about the penalties for attempting to purchase alcohol or misrepresenting their age. The warning sign must have specific formatting requirements.

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licensee shall cause his license or licenses to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises not later than December 31 of each year for the next following year. (Ord. 3493, 6-4-01) Every licensee shall post or cause to be posted in plain view, at every location where alcoholic liquor is sold, a printed sign which shall read substantially as follows: "WARNING TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 YEARS
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Oak Lawn · 3.4C-2

Restrictions On License

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This section outlines the disqualifications for obtaining or renewing a license for a roller skating rink in Oak Lawn. It specifies criteria related to character, citizenship, criminal convictions, previous license revocations, and business structure.

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license; I.   A corporation, if any officer, manager or director thereof, or any stockholder or stockholders owning in the aggregate more than five percent (5%) of the stock of such corporation, would not be eligible to receive a license hereunder for any reason other than citizenship and residence within the political subdivision; J.   A corporation unless it is incorporated in Illinois, or unless it is a foreign corporation which is qualified under the Illinois Business Corporation Act 1 to transact...been convicted of a violation of any Federal or State law concerning the manufacture, possession or sale of alcoholic liquor, subsequent to the passage of this Section, or has forfeited his bond to appear in court to answer charges for any such violation; M.   A person who does not beneficially own the premises for which a license is sought, or does not have a lease thereon for the full period for which the license is to be issued
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