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HB 1335: Administrative Changes Significantly Affect New Alcohol and Tobacco Applicants

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Recently enacted House Bill 1335 (HB 1335) makes significant administrative changes to the process for obtaining, and maintaining, alcohol and tobacco licenses in Florida....more

Kohrman Jackson & Krantz LLP

Ohio Liquor Permit Primer

Liquor permits in Ohio are issued and regulated by the Ohio Division of Liquor Control (the ODLC), which operates under the Ohio Department of Commerce. Liquor licenses allow individuals and businesses to legally produce,...more

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Alaska Releases Online Portal for Alcohol Licenses and Permits

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Alaska's Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office (AMCO) on Sept. 18, 2023, released the much-anticipated Alaska Alcohol and Cannabis Information System (AK-ACCIS), an online web portal that will allow entities to apply for, renew...more

Adams and Reese LLP

How to Align Your Tennessee Liquor License Renewals

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Effective July 1, 2023, liquor-by-the-drink license holders – aka LBD – can choose their license expiration date. This allows restaurants, bars, hotels and other LBD license holders with multiple licenses to set one or more...more

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Legal Reforms have been Outlined for alcohol in the UAE

The UAE is a global destination for millions of expats, who come from all walks of life, with varying cultures, religions, beliefs and way of life. In order to make UAE a truly a globalized modern nation, many reforms have...more

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Making Your List and Checking it Twice: Holiday Party Checklist for Virginia Community Associations

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‘Tis the season for community association holiday and year-end parties. With such festive and fun-filled events, come certain responsibilities and measures community association should consider. Below is a list of suggested...more

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Post COVID-19 State Of Emergency Alcoholic Beverage Licensing And Service Changes

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During the height of the pandemic, most states implemented legislative changes and/or policy modifications for sales of alcoholic beverages for the duration of the state’s declared emergency. As the state of emergency orders...more

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How to Protect Your Liquor License from California’s New “Watchdog” Reporting Portal

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As if the coronavirus pandemic wasn't already bad enough for business, California liquor license holders now have to contend with a new anonymous reporting portal that connects concerned citizens directly with the Department...more

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California Alcoholic Beverage Control Allows Licensees to Establish Meal Partnerships

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The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) on May 20, 2020, promulgated its "Fifth Notice of Regulatory Relief," which continues a trend of the Department's recognizing the need to grant flexibility to bars...more

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Delivery of alcohol in North Carolina - why not? - Rules for Alcohol Delivery Coming in 2019

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The convenience of deliveries is a hot topic for all retailers throughout the country. Just a year or two ago, next day delivery was available but cost prohibitive. Now, same day delivery of groceries, clothes and even...more

Bowditch & Dewey

Changes Brewing Thanks to New Delaware House Bill

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A new law in Delaware sheds some light on potential changes that could benefit many of the most popular breweries in Massachusetts. Delaware House Bill 373 was signed into law on June 7th, allowing craft breweries—as well as...more

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TTB and ABCC Regulations: Are You in Compliance?

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With the influx of craft breweries, wineries, distillers and wholesale distributors popping up everywhere, there are several issues that have come to light regarding regulatory compliance. These entities that have obtained a...more

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Constitutional Requirements For Distribution Of Alcohol

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The Supreme Court recently granted certiorari to review an opinion of the Sixth Circuit on constitutional limits on states’ ability to regulate the distribution of alcohol beverages. Tennessee Wine & Spirits Retailers Ass’n...more

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Boletín Mensual de Comercio Internacional: Febrero - Información con Énfasis en la Regulación Comercial y de Arbitraje...

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Durante el mes de febrero destacan los siguientes temas: Antidumping, Comercio, Propiedad Intelectual, Medidas Sanitarias, Aduanero, Arbitraje....more

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Texas Court of Appeals Hands Down Instructive Administrative Law Opinion

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A recent Texas Court of Appeals decision, EATX Coffee, LLC v. Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, provides an important reminder of how principles of administrative law may check the current trend towards “regulation by...more

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On the Cusp of Another Round of Alcohol Changes in Pennsylvania

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After a busy few months following the first major overhaul of Pennsylvania's Liquor Code since the end of Prohibition, the state is poised to extend its streak of liquor reform. With the passage of House Bill 1196 by both the...more

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Uncorked: Act 39 of 2016 Expands Wine Sales in Pennsylvania

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Pennsylvania wine enthusiasts rejoiced when, on June 8, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed into law PA House Bill 1690, now known as Act 39 of 2016 ("Act 39"). Act 39 made sweeping changes to Pennsylvania's Liquor Code, loosening...more

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Liquor Control Board Weighs in on Alcohol Law Changes in Pennsylvania

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Of particular interest to Pennsylvania residents and those doing business in the Commonwealth is the focus on expanding the location and availability of alcohol beyond traditional licensees. A month after Act 39 of 2016...more

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Pennsylvania Revisits its Age-Old Liquor Laws

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On June 8, 2016, Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf signed a bill into law that will broaden the liquor laws in the state. Scheduled to go into effect in early August 2016, the bill contains something for a broad range of...more

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New Changes to Florida Beverage Laws Started July 1st

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Changes to Florida’s Beverage Laws have drawn attention and controversy over recent years as groups ranging from small craft breweries to major retail vendors have lobbied for legislative amendments to the State’s...more

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Christmas Comes Early for the Pennsylvania Liquor Industry: Governor Wolf Signs Liquor Modernization Bill into Law

Christmas has come early in 2016 for the Pennsylvania wine, liquor and malt or brewed beverage industry: on June 8, Governor Tom Wolf signed House Bill 1690 in law. While the bill does not provide for the privatization of the...more

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A Signed Declaration Of Age Card Is Not The Only Defense To Prosecution For Selling Alcoholic Beverages To A Minor

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The verification process of having purchasers complete a declaration of age card is overly burdensome on the licensee, especially at busy nightclubs, taverns, and restaurants. The licensee must weigh valid customer demands...more

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Closing Time: Liquor License Considerations in Hospitality Transactions

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In today’s increasingly competitive hospitality market, the closing timeframe of sophisticated hospitality transactions has become a significant point of negotiation between sellers and purchasers. One factor that frequently...more

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Starting a Craft Brewery in North Carolina - Steps to Take Before You Sell a Single Bottle of Beer

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Before your finely-crafted product can ever be someone’s quiet reward after a long day or before your craft brew can ever take home a Great American Beer Festival® gold medal, you must take certain steps to ensure your...more

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Blackstone and Booze: Wisconsin Court of Appeals Discusses Retroactivity of Judicial Decisions

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On August 26, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals released Mixx Night Club v. Milwaukee, 13AP2599, an opinion analyzing the retroactivity of Wisconsin Supreme Court decisions. The case began with a rowdy nightclub in...more

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