Laws & LiabilityQuestion 12 of 80
Who is generally responsible for knowing and following the alcohol laws that apply while on shift?
a.Only the owner of the business
b.Only the state liquor board
c.Only the guests
d.Every server and bartender who sells or serves alcohol
Explanation
Each individual who serves or sells alcohol shares responsibility for complying with applicable laws, including age and intoxication rules. Claiming ignorance of the law is not a defense. This shared duty is why servers receive responsible-beverage-service training.
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