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ID S1144

Bill

Status

Passed

4/6/2017

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary and Rules Committee

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals existing Section 23-614 and enacts new provisions prohibiting alcohol licensees and their agents or employees from knowingly allowing live conduct or entertainment involving exposure of genitals, simulated or actual sexual acts, fondling of intimate body parts, or indecent visual reproductions on licensed premises.

  • Requires licensees to personally supervise or have a manager supervise the business for which a permit is issued.

  • Exempts theatrical and artistic performances that express serious literary, artistic, scientific, or political value and are held at appropriate venues like theaters, concert halls, art centers, or museums, except for actual sexual conduct as defined in subsection (1)(b).

  • Establishes misdemeanor penalties of $100 to $300 fine and/or 30 days to 6 months imprisonment for violations, with court conviction copies sent to the director triggering administrative proceedings that may result in license suspension up to 6 months, fines, or revocation.

  • Declares the act severable and effective upon passage and approval as an emergency measure.

Legislative Description

Repeals and adds to existing law to prohibit acts by a permittee or his agent or employee, to require supervision, and to provide exceptions, penalties and administrative action.

ALCOHOL

Last Action

Session Law Chapter 280 Effective: 04/06/2017

4/6/2017

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Rules and Administration3/22/2017
State Affairs3/7/2017
Judiciary and Rules3/6/2017

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