Special SituationsQuestion 95 of 100
Bus. & Prof. Code §23396.5 governs the practice of patrons bringing their own (BYO) wine into a restaurant. Which is TRUE about California 'corkage' rules?
a.BYO wine in any restaurant is illegal in California
b.An on-sale licensee may permit a patron to bring in a partially-consumed bottle of wine purchased elsewhere and re-cork an unfinished bottle for the patron to take home, subject to certain conditions
c.BYO is allowed only at private events on private property
d.Restaurants must always provide free corkage service
Explanation
§23396.5 permits on-sale licensees to allow patrons to bring their own wine and to re-cork an unfinished bottle for the patron to take home. The bottle must be properly resealed, placed in a one-way bag or marked container, and the patron's right to transport is governed by Vehicle Code §23223 (open-container prohibition does not apply if the resealed bottle is in the trunk). Restaurants may charge a corkage fee at their discretion.
Law Reference: Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code §23396.5; ABC RulesPractice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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