FAQ - Board of Licenses (401) 421-7740 ext 207

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Frequently Asked Questions - Detail

Question:

Does the Board have guidelines for penalties for liquor violators?

Answer:

The Board has adopted the following penalty guidelines for Liquor Violations:

	1st offense	Underage drinking (no minor) Giving a warning
	1st offense	Underage drinking (minor-17 & under) Up to $500 per count
	2nd offense	Underage drinking (no minor) Up to $250 per count
	2nd offense	Underage drinking (minor-17 and under) Up to $1,000 per count and up to a 3 day Closure
	3rd offense	Underage drinking (no minor) Up to $500 per count and a 5-day Closure
	3rd offense	Underage drinking (minor 17 and under) 10 days or revocation
	4th offense	Underage drinking (no minor) Up to $1,000 per count and or / 14-day closure or revocation
In the event the Board departs from said guidelines because of the presence of mitigating or aggravating circumstances, the Board states the reason for such departure on the record.

Reference Link:

Board of Licenses - Providence City Hall
Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903
Phone: (401) 421-7740 ext 207