Saturday, 9:06 a.m. Wildomar, CA Hi, Anyway, here’s how the ABC’s Grant Assistance Program (GAP) works . . . If your law enforcement agency receives a grant from the ABC, local officers conduct both prevention and enforcement programs. Here are just a few examples of the many innovative programs local agencies use to prevent […]
Local Alcohol Enforcement: How It’s Beefed-Up in Your Town With ABC Funding (Part 1)
Saturday, 1:45 p.m. Wildomar, CA Hi, Ever wondered about your local law enforcement agency–and how much alcohol enforcement they’re doing? Well, if they got an ABC grant, they’re doing A LOT. Hard to believe it’s been almost 15 years since I helped design and launch the Grant Assistance Program (GAP) while working in ABC’s Sacramento Headquarters. […]
Governor Signs Legislation Regarding Proof of Age to Buy Alcohol
Tuesday, 1:01 P.M. Wildomar, CA Hi, Everyone who sells and serves alcohol needs to know about two important changes to the law concerning proof of age. Why? Because if you or your employees inadvertently sold or served alcohol to a minor, you’ll be better able to defend yourself if you properly checked identification (ID). Now, I’m not […]
Selling Alcohol Without A Liquor License: Flying Under The Radar
If you’re selling alcohol without a liquor license, you’re on a collision course. You’re putting your personal and business assets at risk. Selling alcohol without a license in California is a misdemeanor, punishable by a $1,000 fine and/or up to six months in county jail. And if you ever plan to get a liquor license […]
Drunk driving crackdown begins Friday, August 21st in California
Over 540 California law enforcement agencies in 41 counties will be cracking down on drunk driving starting this Friday, August 21 through September 7, 2009. These agencies are part of the AVOID Program, which focuses on increased drunk driving patrols during holiday periods when drinking and driving is at its highest. According to the California […]
Are parents liable for home drinking parties?
Each year the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control gives grants to local police and sheriff’s departments to address alcohol-related crime. And they don’t limit their investigations to licensed businesses. Police in Vacaville teamed up with local ABC investigators Friday and hit two home parties, according to the Contra Costa Times. Some people don’t know the law […]
Stabbing aftermath: What will happen to El Diamante’s liquor license?
A 40-year old man died after being stabbed at the El Diamante nightclub, 12002 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, shortly after midnight today. KTLA news reported people in the nightclub two men began arguing. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) believes the stabbing is gang-related. Sigh. After reading an article like this, I’m usually compelled to do some digging. So, […]
Why you need training if you’re selling alcohol at the fair
If you’re a volunteer selling alcohol at a fair, be sure to follow laws and policy, and get trained to stay safe and legal.
Tips to avoid liquor license trouble during 4th of July
In 2008, the California Highway Patrol arrested 1,684 DUI drivers over the 4th of July holiday. This year, the CHP will have all available officers on patrol from 6 PM on Friday, July 3rd to Midnight on Sunday, July 5th. The Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) and local law enforcement agencies will also be out in […]