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Antioch · 4.2C-12

Sales To Persons Under The Age Of Twenty One Years

Summary

This section prohibits licensees and individuals from selling, giving, or delivering alcoholic liquor to persons under 21 years old. It also outlines requirements for verifying age and allows for refusal of sale if adequate proof is not provided.

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supervision of his or her parent or legal guardian. C.   Identification Required: If a licensee or his or her officer, associate, member, representative, agent or employee believes or has reason to believe that a sale or delivery of alcoholic liquor is prohibited because the prospective recipient may be under the age of twenty one (21) years, then that person shall, before making such sale or delivery, demand adequate written evidence of age. For the purpose of preventing a violation...section is an affirmative defense in any proceeding for the suspension or revocation of any license based on the occurrence of such forbidden transaction. However, it shall not be an affirmative defense if the licensee, officer, associate, member, representative, employee or agent accepted the written evidence knowing it to be false or fraudulent. D.   Warning Required: In any place in the village where alcoholic liquor is sold or distributed, there shall be displayed at all times, in a prominent
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Glendale Heights · 4.3.28

Sanitary Conditions

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This section mandates that premises selling or storing alcoholic liquor must comply with food safety and sanitation ordinances. It also prohibits the employment of individuals with contagious diseases in such establishments and requires regular inspections by the chief of police.

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licensee is engaged in business. It shall be the duty of every person licensed under the provisions of this chapter to permit such inspections to be made and to exhibit the premises to such persons making such inspections. A record of such inspections shall be kept on file in the office of the chief of police and in the office of the local liquor control commissioner. (Ord. 2007-124, 12-6-2007) B.   Employees: It shall be unlawful to employ
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Richton Park · 845.04

Persons Ineligible For License.

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This section outlines specific criteria that disqualify an individual or entity from obtaining an under-age establishment license in Richton Park. Disqualifications include non-citizenship, felony convictions, prior licensing issues, and certain business structures.

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Federal or state law concerning the manufacture, possession or sale of alcoholic liquor or other contraband, including but not limited to illicit drugs, subsequent to the passage of this chapter, or who has forfeited his or her bond to appear in court to answer charges for any such violation; (k)   A person who does not beneficially own the premises for which the license is sought, who does not have a lease thereon for the full period for which the license
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Deerfield · 3.25

Purchase Or Acceptance Of Gift Of Liquor By Person Underage; Identification Cards; Exception:

Summary

This ordinance prohibits individuals under 21 from purchasing, accepting, or possessing alcoholic liquor. It also mandates identification checks by licensees for suspected underage individuals and prohibits the use of false or altered identification. Consumption by minors is also forbidden, with a narrow exception for religious ceremonies or parental supervision.

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government, or subdivision or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, a driver’s license, passport, a registration certificate issued under the federal selective service act, or an identification card issued to a member of the armed forces. For the purpose of preventing the violation of this section, any licensee or the licensee’s agent or employee, must refuse to sell or serve alcoholic liquor to any person who is unable to produce adequate written evidence of age and identity
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Deerfield · 3.25

Purchase Or Acceptance Of Gift Of Liquor By Person Underage; Identification Cards; Exception:

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This ordinance prohibits individuals under 21 from purchasing, accepting, or possessing alcoholic liquor. It also mandates identification checks by licensees for suspected underage individuals and prohibits the use of false or altered identification. Consumption by minors is also forbidden, with a narrow exception for religious ceremonies or parental supervision.

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government, or subdivision or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, a driver’s license, passport, a registration certificate issued under the federal selective service act, or an identification card issued to a member of the armed forces. For the purpose of preventing the violation of this section, any licensee or the licensee’s agent or employee, must refuse to sell or serve alcoholic liquor to any person who is unable to produce adequate written evidence of age and identity
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Villa Park · 2.421

Powers and duties generally

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This section outlines the general powers and duties of the Village President of Villa Park, establishing them as the official head of the village and detailing responsibilities such as presiding over meetings, acting as liquor commissioner, making appointments, and signing commissions and permits.

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cleared by those persons causing said disturbance or disorderly conduct. (2) To act as liquor commissioner, subject to state statute, and in accordance with village ordinance. (3) Make all appointments to boards and commissions pursuant and according to law with the advice and consent of the trustees. (4) Sign all commissions and permits granted by authority of the board of trustees and grant all licenses as provided by law. The president may revoke such licenses pursuant to law and perform
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Round Lake Heights · 3.3.16

Responsibility of owners of premises

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This section holds owners and agents of licensed premises liable for violations of liquor control laws if they knowingly permit such violations by the licensee. It also holds employers/licensees responsible for the acts or omissions of their officers, directors, managers, agents, or employees.

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owner of the licensed premises or any person from whom the licensee derives the right to possession of such premises, or the agent of such owner or person, shall knowingly permit the licensee to use the premises in violation of the terms of this Chapter or of the applicable provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Act, the owner, agent or other person shall be deemed guilty of a violation of this Chapter to the same extent as such licensee
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Round Lake Park · 111.46

RESPONSIBILITY OF OWNERS OF PREMISES

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This section holds property owners and their agents liable for violations of the chapter or the Illinois Liquor Control Act if they knowingly permit a licensee to use the premises for illegal purposes. Owners and agents face the same penalties as the licensee.

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owner of the licensed premises or any person from whom the licensee derives the right to possession of such premises, or the agent of such owner or person, shall knowingly permit the licensee to use the premises in violation of the terms of this chapter or of the applicable provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Act, the owner, agent or other person shall be deemed guilty of a violation of this chapter to the same extent as such licensee
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Flossmoor · 103.1.26

Responsibility of owner of premises

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This section holds property owners, their agents, or those from whom the licensee derives possession responsible for violations of the article or the Illinois Liquor Control Act if they knowingly permit such violations on their premises. They will face the same penalties as the licensee.

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owner of the licensed premises or any person from whom the licensee derives the right to possession of such premises, or the agent of such owner or person, shall knowingly permit the licensee to use the premises in violation of the terms of this article or of the applicable provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Act, the owner, agent or other person shall be deemed guilty of a violation of this article to the same extent as said licensee
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Homewood · 4.136

Responsibility of owner of premises

Summary

This section holds property owners and their agents liable if they knowingly permit a licensee to use licensed premises in violation of the article or state liquor control laws. Owners and agents face the same penalties as the licensee.

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owner of the licensed premises or any person from whom the licensee derives the right to possession of such premises, or the agent of such owner or person, shall knowingly permit the licensee to use the premises in violation of the terms of this article or of the applicable provisions of the state Liquor Control Act of 1934, 235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq., the owner, agent or other person shall be deemed guilty of a violation of this article
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Round Lake · 5.32.310

Responsibility Of Owners Of Premises

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This section holds owners of licensed premises, or those from whom they derive possession, and their agents liable for violations of the liquor license chapter or Illinois Liquor Control Act if they knowingly permit the licensee to use the premises in violation. Such owners or agents face the same penalties as the licensee.

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owner of the licensed premises or any person from whom the licensee derives the right to possession of such premises, or the agent of such owner or person, shall knowingly permit the licensee to use the premises in violation of the terms of this Chapter or of the applicable provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Act, the owner, agent or other person shall be deemed guilty of a violation of this Chapter to the same extent as such licensee
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Plainfield · 5.212

Vehicle impoundment

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This Plainfield ordinance section allows for the impoundment of a motor vehicle if it is operated by someone whose driver's license is suspended or revoked for specific violations, including lack of insurance, leaving the scene of an accident involving injury or death, or driving under the influence. The owner of record is liable for a $500 administrative fee, plus towing and storage costs.

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license has been expired for more than one year, regardless of whether such license was previously issued by the State of Illinois or a foreign jurisdiction. (9) Operating a motor vehicle in violation of 625 ILCS 5/11-501.8 (zero tolerance), as amended, or similar provision of local ordinance. (10) Operating a motor vehicle in violation of 625 ILCS 5/11-502 (transportation or possession of open alcoholic liquor in a motor vehicle), as amended, or similar provision of local ordinance. (11) Operating...that time. If a plea of not guilty is entered, a final hearing may be scheduled and held. The Village Administrator shall appoint a hearing officer to preside over the final hearing, which hearing officer must be an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois for a minimum of three (3) years and be in good standing with the Illinois Attorney Disciplinary and Registration Committee. The hearing officer shall be empowered and is hereby authorized and directed
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Glencoe · 4.29

Sales To Minors

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This section prohibits the sale, gift, or delivery of alcoholic liquor to individuals under 21 or intoxicated persons. It outlines exceptions for good-faith reliance on age verification and details requirements for ID checks, as well as prohibitions against misrepresentation and the use of false identification.

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PURCHASE ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR, OR MISREPRESENT YOUR AGE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURCHASING OR OBTAINING ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR. (g)   It is unlawful for any parent or legal guardian who has legal custody and control over a person who is under 18 years of age to permit such person to violate any provision of this section. (h)   All patrons entering a Class A Primary On-Premises Consumption licensed-establishment must be at least 21 years old or accompanied by a parent or legal
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Braceville · 112.09

Undesirable Characters Prohibited On Premises; Disturbance Of The Peace

Summary

This section prohibits licensees from allowing undesirable individuals like hoodlums, police characters, vagrants, or vagabonds to gather on their premises. It also forbids disorderly conduct or disturbances of the peace and requires reporting such incidents to the Police Department and Liquor Commissioner.

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person licensed under this chapter shall permit hoodlums, police characters, vagrants or vagabonds to congregate upon or loiter upon the premises, nor shall such licensees permit any disorderly conduct or disturbance of the peace thereon. 2. Any disturbance of the peace or disorderly conduct shall be reported to the Police Department and the Liquor Commissioner. Penalty
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Brookfield · 6.250

Evidence

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This section outlines the rules of evidence for hearings conducted by the liquor commissioner regarding video gaming. It emphasizes that technical rules of evidence are not strictly applied, allowing relevant hearsay if it's the best available, trustworthy, and customary evidence in the gaming industry. It also specifies the admissibility of official state gaming board and village records.

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evidence over objection in a civil action. Hearsay may support a finding of the liquor commissioner if it is the best evidence available, has sufficient indicia of trustworthiness and reliability and is of the type reasonably and customarily relied on in the gaming industry. (1) If relevant, and not precluded from the hearing by Section 6(d) of the Riverboat Gambling Act relating to all licensed applicants, the official state gaming board records or certified copies of the records shall...business. (b) The parties should, to the fullest extent possible, stipulate to all matters that are not or fairly should not be in dispute. (c) The parties may make objections to evidentiary offers. When an objection is made, the liquor commissioner may receive the disputed evidence subject to a ruling at a later time. (d) The liquor commissioner may take official notice of any generally accepted information or technical or scientific matter within the field of video gaming
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Hickory Hills · 34.21

Restricted Hours For Minors

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This ordinance restricts minors (under 21) from being on premises with a Class W Entertainment license between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., with several specific exceptions.

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years shall be present on any premises which holds a Class W Entertainment license between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. except as follows: (a)   When no entertainment is being provided in the room where the minor is located provided that such room is separated by closed doors to the room where the entertainment is being provided. (b)   When alcoholic liquor is not being served to any persons. (c)   When accompanied by a parent or legal
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Burbank · 3.24

Restricted hours for minors

Summary

This ordinance restricts minors under 21 from being on premises with class E or EL entertainment licenses between 9 PM and 6 AM, with several exceptions.

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premises which holds a class E entertainment or class EL entertainment limited license between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. except as follows: (1) When no entertainment is being provided in the room where the minor is located provided that such room is separated by closed doors to the room where the entertainment is being provided. (2) When alcoholic liquor is not being served to any persons. (3) When accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
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Hazel Crest · 4.14

Responsibility of owner of licensed premises

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This section holds the owner of licensed premises, or their agent, equally responsible and subject to the same penalties as the licensee if they knowingly permit the premises to be used in violation of the chapter or the Illinois Liquor Control Act.

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owner of premises licensed under this chapter, or any person from whom the licensee derives the right to possession of such premises, or the agent of such owner or person, shall knowingly permit the licensee to use the premises in violation of the terms of this chapter or of the applicable provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Act, the owner, agent or other person shall be deemed guilty of a violation of this chapter to the same extent as such
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Dolton · 110.016

General Merchandise And Industrial Establishments

Summary

This section requires businesses operating as general merchandise stores or industrial establishments in Dolton to obtain an annual license from the Village Clerk. License fees are based on the number of employees, and additional fees may apply for specific sales like tobacco and alcohol. It also includes definitions for employee, general merchandise, and industrial establishments, and outlines sanitary and safety requirements for industrial establishments.

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paid. Additional fees shall also be paid for cigarettes, vending machines and alcoholic liquor sales as set forth in § 110.018(B) of this code or ordinances. INDUSTRIAL ESTABLISHMENTS. Includes all manufacturing establishments, factories, foundries, machine shops, fabricating or assembly shops, furnace maintenance shops, paint spray shops, sheet metal shops and any place where products or parts of products are manufactured, altered, processed or repaired. (B) Licenses required. No person shall operate a general merchandise store or an industrial establishment within
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Mokena · 3.3.1

Definitions

Summary

This section defines terms used in the Mokena Liquor Control chapter, including a general provision to defer to state law and specific definitions for 'control of premises' and 'licensee'.

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construed according to the definitions set forth in article I of the liquor control act of 1934 1 . In addition, the following terms shall have the definitions set forth below: CONTROL OF PREMISES: For purposes of this chapter, to be in control of a premises or to have a premises under one's control, shall mean a legal or beneficial ownership, rental, lease or license. Control may also exist where none of the aforesaid legal relationships apply, but where
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Carol Stream · 11.3.1

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the article, including 'Alcohol,' 'Alcoholic Beverage,' 'Control,' 'Gathering or Event,' 'Host,' 'Illicit Drugs,' 'Parent,' 'Person,' 'Possession,' and 'Premises.' These definitions are crucial for understanding the scope and application of the social hosting ordinance.

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thereof from whatever source or by whatever process produced. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE. Alcohol, spirits, liquor, wine, beer, and every liquid or solid containing alcohol, spirits, wine, beer, and which contains .5% or more of alcohol by volume and which is fit for beverage purposes either alone or when diluted, mixed, or combined with other substances. CONTROL. To have legal authority over a premise by ownership, lease, license, or permission or, where no legal authority exists, to exert authority over a premise
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Brookfield · 6.237

Evidence

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This section outlines the rules of evidence for hearings related to video gaming in Brookfield. It allows for the admission of relevant evidence commonly relied upon in serious affairs, including hearsay under specific conditions, and establishes admissibility for official state and village gaming board records. Applicants must provide the village an opportunity to investigate information they intend to present.

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over objection in a civil action. Hearsay may support a finding of the liquor commissioner if it is the best evidence available, has sufficient indicia of trustworthiness and reliability and is of the type reasonably and customarily relied on in the video gaming industry. (1) If relevant and not precluded from the hearing by Section 6(d) of the Riverboat Gambling Act relating to all licensed applicants, official state gaming board records or certified copies of the records shall...verify. (b) The parties should, to the fullest extent possible, stipulate to all matters that are not or fairly should not be in dispute. (c) The parties may make objections to evidentiary offers. When an objection is made, the liquor commissioner may receive the disputed evidence subject to a ruling at a later time. (d) The liquor commissioner may take official notice of any generally accepted information or technical or scientific matter within the field of video gaming
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Zion · 56.5

Signs

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This section of the Zion municipal ordinance restricts the size and illumination of signs related to alcoholic liquor sales or bars/lounges. General outdoor signs are limited to 32 square feet, while signs for properties with a Class G license (inns) are further restricted to 10 square feet and prohibited from internal illumination.

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signs, emblems, logos or displays which promote the sale of alcoholic liquor or the presence of a bar or lounge, when such signs are located outside or upon the exterior of the building or are visible from the outside of the premises shall not exceed a total area of 32 square feet. (b) Inn. Signs on the premises of property holding Class G license shall not exceed ten square feet in area and shall not have internal illumination
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Shorewood · 5.3.1.5

Open Liquor Container

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This section prohibits individuals of any age from possessing opened alcoholic beverages on streets, highways, or public places, with an exception for licensed establishments.

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It shall be unlawful for any person of any age to have any alcoholic beverages in a container which has been opened, whether the same remains open or has been resealed, on any street or
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Green Oaks · 10.2.11

Transfer Of License

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This section establishes that liquor licenses are personal privileges, not property, and are generally not transferable. It outlines limited exceptions for executors, administrators, or trustees of deceased or bankrupt licensees to continue business for up to 180 days, and details renewal conditions and refund provisions.

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transferable voluntarily or involuntarily, or subject to being encumbered or hypothecated. Such license shall not descend by the laws of the state or intestate devolution, but it shall cease upon the death of the licensee; provided, that the executor or administrator of the estate of any deceased licensee, and the trustee of any insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when such estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor and may exercise...authority granted hereunder shall be for a period not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of such licensee. B.   A refund shall be made of that portion of the license fee paid for any period in which the licensee shall be prevented from operating under such license in accordance with the provisions of this section. C.   Any licensee may renew his license at the expiration thereof provided he is then qualified to receive
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