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Can an establishment set rules stricter than the legal minimum (for example, refusing service earlier than required)?

Correct answer

Yes, an establishment may adopt house policies that are stricter than the law to reduce risk

  1. A No, only the legal minimum applies
  2. B Yes, an establishment may adopt house policies that are stricter than the law to reduce risk
  3. C Only the government can set any rules
  4. D Stricter rules are illegal

Why this is the answer

Yes. An establishment can adopt house policies that are stricter than the legal minimum — for example, requiring ID from everyone regardless of apparent age, limiting the number of drinks served, or stopping service before the legal cutoff. Such policies help reduce the establishment's risk and protect both customers and staff. Servers must follow both the law and their employer's house policies. Knowing that house policies can exceed legal requirements helps servers apply the stricter standard when the two differ.
Source: Responsible Beverage Service — House Policies

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