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(Columbus) – As St. Patrick’s Day approaches,
agents with the Ohio Investigative Unit want to remind liquor permit holders to
steer clear of foul play. Agents throughout Ohio will be canvassing liquor
permit establishments and large events looking for drug use, human trafficking
and various alcohol violations.
- Liquor
permit establishments should ensure:
- Their
staff and patrons are not bringing illegal drugs into their establishments or
adjacent sidewalks and parking lots.
- Their
employees know the signs of human trafficking and report any potential
violations immediately.
- Their
staff watch for anyone attempting to tamper with drinks.
- Their
staff is properly checking identifications to verify the customers are in fact
21 or older, not just at the door, but at the point of sale.
- Intoxicated
patrons are not served.
Patrons
should also be aware of agents who will be looking to make sure customers are
not participating in illegal activity within liquor permits, including:
- Illegal
drug use and sales
- Human
trafficking
- Drink
tampering
- Furnishing/sharing
in the cost/purchase of alcohol for anyone underage
- Furnishing
or providing alcohol to anyone who has been over-served
If
anyone sees liquor violations taking place, contact OIU at #677.
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