Beware of These Risks
Underage Drinkers, Intoxicated Patrons & Employee Restrictions
Restrictions on Employees
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Employees are prohibited from drinking while on the job.
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Employees who sell or serve alcoholic beverages must be at least 18 years old.
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Employees under 21 years old are not permitted to mix drinks containing liquor.
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Minors who are 16 or 17 years old are permitted to work at the brewery only if they do not serve or sell any alcoholic beverages.
Sales to Underage Drinkers
It is unlawful to sell or serve alcohol to persons under 21 years old.
What should you do to protect yourself?
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Train employees to request proper identification from customers.
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Create a written policy for checking identification and have employees acknowledge that they have read and understand the policy.
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Diligently supervise employees and their age verification practices.
How much might it cost you?
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There is a cap on damages of $500,000 per occurrence.
Sales to Intoxicated Patrons
It is unlawful for a brewery or an employee of the brewery to knowingly sell alcoholic beverages to an intoxicated person.
What should you do to protect yourself?
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Train employees on warning signs that a customer may have had too much to drink.
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Be cautious in your assessment of a customer’s condition.
How much might it cost you?
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There is no cap on damages for sales to intoxicated persons.
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A court may even impose punitive damages against you.
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