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Criminal Negligence

- A person fails to meet a standard level of care that an ordinary person under these conditions would meet

Minor

- A person under the age of 21. [Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code Sec. 106.01]

Intoxication

- Not having the normal use of mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol, a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, a combination of two or more of those substances, or any other substance into the body, or having an alcohol concentration of 0.08 or more

When it comes to laws about alcoholic beverages, at what age is a person no longer a minor?

21

Alcoholic Beverage

An alcoholic beverage is alcohol, or any beverage containing more than one-half of one percent of alcohol by volume, which is capable of use for beverage purposes, either alone or when diluted. [Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code Sec. 1.04 (1)]

Customers who arrive to an establishment already intoxicated can still legally be served alcohol.

False

While selling alcohol, it is very easy to distinguish between minors and adults. a) True b) False

False

It is _______ for a minor to falsely state that he is 21 years of age or older, or use a fake ID. a) Legal b) Illegal

Illegal

A person walks into your bar or restaurant and is obviously intoxicated. Is it legal to serve them alcoholic beverages?

No

A forged ID may have a bumpy surface where alterations were made.

True

For seller-servers, intervention means: a) Breaking the laws for selling alcohol b) Refusing the sale of alcohol to an individual in order to remain lawful c) Knowing your responsibilities as a seller-server d) Being found responsible for any damage caused by intoxicated people Submit

c) Knowing your responsibilities as a seller-server

A Texas "Under 21" ID or Driver's License cannot be used as proof of age.

false

If a person shows you an obviously fake ID, you should confiscate it.

false

One of the major benefits of working as an alcohol seller-server is that you can ask customers to buy you drinks.

false

Selling alcohol to an intoxicated person is okay as long as they have a designated driver.

false

The Texas Department of Transportation issues driver's licenses in the state of Texas.

false

A 20-year-old woman has a bottle of wine along with her other groceries that she is purchasing. Is this a legal sale of alcohol?

no

A minor asks the bartender for a soft drink and a beer for his adult friend. Is this a legal sale?

no

A 5-ounce glass of wine has the same alcohol as a 12-ounce beer.

true

A mixed drink may include two or three "standard drinks."

true

A person can be intoxicated even if their BAC is below .08 percent; therefore, watch for signs to confirm intoxication.

true

A person who is very tired or physically exhausted may become intoxicated more quickly.

true

An incident log can be helpful to write down information about the incident for future reference.

true

Arguing with an intoxicated person is not a good idea because they do not have normal use of their mental faculties.

true

When refusing a sale, be courteous and firm about your refusal.

true

Employee

Anyone who sells, serves, dispenses, or delivers alcoholic beverages for a business that is licensed to sell alcohol is considered an employee of that business. This also includes anyone who immediately manages, directs, supervises, or controls the sale or service of alcoholic beverages. (Employee does not include officers of a corporate permittee/licensee who do not manage, direct, supervise, or control the sale or service of alcoholic beverages.) [Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Administrative Rules Sec. 50.2 (4)]

The front of the Texas Drivers License has a picture of the Texas Capitol building.

True

The holder of a promotional permit cannot face criminal charges for providing alcohol to a minor or serving an intoxicated person.

false

You can accept any government-issued ID, even if it does not have a photograph.

false

You should let the person know you think that they are drunk and shouldn't be drinking any more alcohol.

false

Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a measurement of the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream expressed as a percentage.

true

Express your concern for the customer's safety and let them know you would like to see them return to your establishment.

true

If the customer will not accept your refusal and begins to appear angry, be sure to keep your own temper under control.

true

If you feel another alcoholic beverage would make the customer intoxicated or possibly intoxicated, politely refuse service.

true

Make sure that other servers and management know when you have refused service to an intoxicated person.

true

Some over-the-counter drugs combined with alcohol can increase the rate at which a person becomes intoxicated.

true

When refusing a sale in off-premise situations, it is a good idea to remove the alcohol from the customer's sight and reach.

true

The more a person weighs, the _______ alcohol they can consume before becoming intoxicated.

More

Public Intoxication

- To appear in a public place while intoxicated to the degree that the person may endanger the person or another

On average, it takes a woman's body ________ to metabolize one drink than it would take the average man's body.

More time

If a person drinks alcohol in your bar or restaurant and you know that they have become intoxicated, is it legal to continue to serve them alcoholic beverages?

No

off premise If a person walks into your retail store and you can tell that they are intoxicated, is it legal to sell them alcoholic beverages?

No

A step in checking an ID is to check the age of the person to make sure they are 21 years of age or older.

True

A step in checking an ID is to match the ID to the person.

True

A step in checking an ID is to verify that the ID is valid.

True

Call law enforcement if an intoxicated customer insists on driving home and refuses a taxi or pickup by a friend or relative.

True

For seller-servers, learning how to say "NO" is an important part of remaining lawful. T/F

True

If the picture matches the person, but the physical description does not, it may be an altered ID card.

True

If you are not 100 percent positive that the person is over the age of 21, then you should not make the sale. a) True b) False

True

Knowing the law is an important first step in being a responsible seller-server of alcoholic beverages.

True

The Alcoholic Beverage Code defines a minor as a person under the age of 21.

True

The definition of public intoxication is if the person appears in a public place while intoxicated to the degree that the person may endanger the person or another.

True

In most cases, it is illegal for a minor to do all of the following EXCEPT: a) Attempt to purchase an alcoholic beverage b) Drink alcoholic beverages c) Attempt to purchase an alcoholic beverage under the supervision of a police officer during a sting operation d) Possess alcoholic beverages

c) Attempt to purchase an alcoholic beverage under the supervision of a police officer during a sting operation

Which scenario does NOT require responsible seller-server behavior? a) Alcohol served at promotional events b) Alcohol served in sports venues c) Alcohol served for free as part of an event d) All of the above require responsible seller-server behavior

d) All of the above require responsible seller-server behavior

The penalty for selling alcoholic beverages to a minor with criminal negligence can include all of the following EXCEPT? a) Up to $4,000 fine b) Confinement in jail for up to one year c) Both the fine and confinement d) Formal apology to your employer

d) Formal apology to your employer

If you knowingly break the laws that govern alcohol sales, you may be found guilty of a crime. a) The doorperson or bouncer who allows a person entry into the establishment b) The bartender preparing drinks for the servers to bring to the tables c) The owner of the establishment d) The person who actually serves, sells, or delivers the alcoholic beverage

d) The person who actually serves, sells, or delivers the alcoholic beverage

A bar or restaurant is a public place, so is it legal for a person to be intoxicated to the extent that they pose a danger to his or herself, or to others?

no

A minor brings a six-pack of beer to the check out and says that she is buying it for her mother. Is this a legal sale of alcohol?

no

An 18-year-old man comes to the check-out counter and asks to purchase a bottle of liquor. Is this a legal sale of alcohol?

no

An adult and a minor approach the bartender. The adult purchases a beer, and then the minor asks for a beer as well. Is this a legal sale?

no

It is generally illegal for a minor to attempt to purchase, to purchase, to possess, and to consume alcohol. There are a few exceptions. What are they?

no

A large group is sitting at a table and only one person at the table is an adult. The adult orders a beer and all of the minors order soft drinks; the adult pays the final bill. Is this a legal sale?

yes

If you see that a customer is drinking quickly you can do all of the following EXCEPT: Take their ID Correct. Slow down service Incorrect. Avoid going to the table as often Incorrect. Offer food or non-alcoholic beverages Incorrect.

Take their ID Correct.