Inspection of ABC establishments (SO)

Question 1

What behavior is expected of officers in bars or ABC licensed establishments?

Answer 1

Professional and businesslike conduct at all times.

Question 2

What are officers prohibited from doing in ABC licensed establishments?

Answer 2

Conducting bar checks or fraternizing with patrons, employees, or owners.

Question 3

When can officers consume items from ABC licensed establishments?

Answer 3

Officers shall not consume items during bar checks or while on the premises.

Question 4

How should officers handle ABC licensed establishments within their assigned beat?

Answer 4

Uniformly check them proportionate to complaints received or violations observed.

Question 5

What agencies should officers notify under appropriate circumstances regarding ABC establishments?

Answer 5

Fire Marshall, Code Enforcement/Building Inspection, Health Department.

Question 6

What is the purpose of the Keg Ordinance in investigations?

Answer 6

To prosecute those responsible for providing unclaimed kegs.

Question 7

Under the Keg Ordinance, what type of kegs does the ordinance pertain to?

Answer 7

Kegs holding six gallons or more (Full kegs and ½ kegs only).

Question 8

When must individuals purchase a tag for a keg brought into Fayette County?

Answer 8

Within 5 days of bringing the keg into Fayette County.

Question 9

Who is allowed to remove the tag from a keg purchased in Fayette County?

Answer 9

Only the retailer may remove the tag upon return.

Question 10

What can law enforcement officers do if there is no tag on a keg?

Answer 10

Confiscate the keg, tap, and tub - keg should be drained and evidence booked.

Question 11

How much is the fee per tag charged under the Keg Ordinance?

Answer 11

$5.00 per tag to fund implementation and enforcement of the ordinance.

Question 12

Under what violation may any keg ordinance violation be cited?

Answer 12

Under RCO 3-27.

Question 13

What is the purpose of the Standard Operating Procedure?

Answer 13

To establish policy and procedure for conducting routine bar checks on establishments serving alcoholic beverages.

Question 14

Define a ‘Bar’ according to the SOP.

Answer 14

A ‘Bar’ is defined as any establishment primarily serving alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption.

Question 15

What is the primary policy for the Bureau of Patrol regarding licensed alcoholic beverage outlets?

Answer 15

To conduct routine inspections to observe criminal activity, enforce statutes, and ensure valid ABC licenses.

Question 16

What report should officers complete after conducting bar checks?

Answer 16

Officers should complete Form #213 Alcoholic Beverage Control Field Investigative Report.

Question 17

What is required before officers conduct bar checks?

Answer 17

Prior supervisory approval and teaming up with 2 or more officers.

Question 18

Who has the authority to conduct a search of licensed premises without a search warrant?

Answer 18

Only certified state and local ABC Enforcement Officers.

Question 19

How long should routine bar checks take according to the SOP?

Answer 19

Routine checks should not take more than 15 minutes unless extenuating circumstances dictate otherwise.

Question 20

What should officers do before entering a bar off their assigned sector for a continuing criminal investigation?

Answer 20

Officers should notify their sergeant prior to entering the establishment.