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What is a common rule about the hours during which alcohol may be sold?

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Correct answer

Hours of sale are set by state and local law and vary by location

A There are never any restrictions on sale hours
B Only restaurants have hour restrictions
C Hours of sale are set by state and local law and vary by location
D Alcohol can be sold 24 hours a day everywhere

Why this is the answer

Hours during which alcohol may be sold are set by state and local laws and vary considerably by location — including different rules for on-premise (bars, restaurants) versus off-premise (stores) sales, and sometimes different rules on Sundays or holidays. Sellers must know and follow the specific hours that apply to their establishment and license type. Selling outside permitted hours is a violation. Because these rules vary, always confirm the current hours for your specific location and license.

Source: Responsible Beverage Service — Hours of Sale

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Seller-server law questions cover the minimum drinking age, hours of sale, dram-shop liability, penalties for selling to minors or intoxicated persons, and the difference between administrative and criminal consequences. The numbers vary by state, so check your state's rules alongside these. This is one of 12 Seller-Server questions on alcohol laws and regulations, each with a full explanation on a single study page.

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