ABC Law

Question 1

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Answer 1

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Question 2

What two agencies primarily handle the enforcement of the State’s alcoholic beverage control?

Answer 2

ALE & ABC

Question 3

What does ALE stand for?

Answer 3

Alcohol Law Enforcement

Question 4

What is the role of Local ABC Boards?

Answer 4

Operate ABC stores and employ or contract local ABC officers for enforcement of ABC laws locally.

Question 5

What are ALE Special Agents responsible for?

Answer 5

Target problem ABC-licensed and illegal establishments involved in violence, drugs, gang activity, and other criminal activity.

Question 6

What authority do ALE Special Agents have?

Answer 6

Full inspection authority and statewide jurisdiction.

Question 7

What is the role of Local ABC Officers?

Answer 7

Make arrests and issue citations for ABC violations within their local ABC jurisdiction.

Question 8

Define “alcoholic beverage”.

Answer 8

Any beverage containing at least 0.5% alcohol by volume.

Question 9

What is a nontaxpaid alcoholic beverage?

Answer 9

An alcoholic beverage on which taxes have not been paid.

Question 10

What is a malt beverage?

Answer 10

Beer, lager, malt liquor, ale, porter, or any other brewed or fermented beverage containing 0.5% to 15% alcohol by volume.

Question 11

Define “unfortified wine”.

Answer 11

Wine or alcohol containing 16% or less alcohol by volume made by fermentation from grapes, fruits, berries, rice, or honey.

Question 12

Define “fortified wine”.

Answer 12

Wine or alcohol containing more than 16% and no more than 24% alcohol by volume.

Question 13

What is “spirituous liquor”?

Answer 13

Distilled spirits or ethyl alcohol including whiskey, rum, brandy, gin, and other distilled spirits.

Question 14

What constitutes a “mixed beverage”?

Answer 14

A drink with spirituous liquor served in a quantity less than a closed package or a premixed cocktail in a closed package.

Question 15

Define “premises” in the context of alcohol law.

Answer 15

A fixed permanent establishment controlled by the permittee through lease, deed, or legal process.

Question 16

What does “sale” mean in alcohol law?

Answer 16

Any transfer, trade, exchange, or barter for consideration.

Question 17

What are “sell/give offenses” related to alcohol?

Answer 17

It is unlawful to sell or give alcohol to anyone under 21 or to an intoxicated person.

Question 18

Can an employee refuse to sell alcohol?

Answer 18

Yes, an employee can refuse service to anyone who is intoxicated.

Question 19

What are the consumption hours for alcoholic beverages?

Answer 19

No consumption before 7:00 a.m. or after 2:30 a.m., with a half-hour extension on licensed premises after 2:00 a.m.

Question 20

What are the sale hours for alcoholic beverages?

Answer 20

Sales allowed from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and from noon to 2:00 a.m. on Sunday.

Question 21

What are the restrictions on Sunday alcohol sales?

Answer 21

Sales can start after noon but may continue until 2:00 a.m.; no local ordinances can restrict Sunday afternoon consumption.

Question 22

What is unlawful regarding off-premises alcohol consumption?

Answer 22

It is unlawful to consume alcohol on the premises of a business with only an off-premises permit.

Question 23

What conduct is prohibited on licensed premises?

Answer 23

Fighting, controlled substances violations, gambling, prostitution, and other unlawful acts.

Question 24

What can local ordinances regulate regarding alcohol?

Answer 24

Consumption and possession of alcohol on public streets and special event areas.

Question 25

What is unlawful possession or use of alcohol?

Answer 25

Consumption of fortified wine, spirituous liquor, or mixed beverages at ABC store premises, local board property, or public roads.

Question 26

What is the penalty for an underage person with a malt beverage or unfortified wine?

Answer 26

Class 3 Misdemeanor

Question 27

What class of misdemeanor is for aiding and abetting an underage person in purchasing alcohol?

Answer 27

Class 2 Misdemeanor

Question 28

What class of misdemeanor is for aiding and abetting a person over lawful age in purchasing alcohol?

Answer 28

Class 1 Misdemeanor

Question 29

What is illegal regarding fraudulent or altered IDs?

Answer 29

Entering a place selling alcohol or obtaining permission to purchase alcohol using a fraudulent or altered ID.

Question 30

What are acceptable IDs for purchasing alcohol?

Answer 30

Valid Driver’s License, NC special identification card, Passport, Military identification card.

Question 31

Is it legal for a person under 21 to drive after consuming alcohol?

Answer 31

No, it is unlawful to drive while consuming alcohol or having any alcohol remaining in the body.

Question 32

What are the restrictions on transporting fortified wine or spirituous liquor in taxis?

Answer 32

Unlawful unless transporting a paying customer.

Question 33

What are the open container laws for vehicles?

Answer 33

Unlawful to transport fortified wine or spirituous liquor in other than the original closed container, or to have an open container after drinking.

Question 34

What does “gambling” include?

Answer 34

Betting on games of chance where judgment, skill, or practice do not apply.

Question 35

What is prohibited regarding tobacco distribution?

Answer 35

Distributing tobacco products to persons under the age of 18 years.

Question 36

What section is Alcohol law in?

Answer 36

Chapter 18B