This page is designed for police use. Other public officials should review our How to Submit a Complaint webpage.
The law enforcement form and complete guide can be easily downloaded. Below is a snapshot of that information.
Law Enforcement Referrals:
Unlawful incidents occurring inside the permit premises should be referred to the Liquor Control Division. Keep in mind that unlawful incidents near the premises such as those on the street or in the parking lot should not be referred to the Division unless you have direct evidence that the incident started inside the permit premises.
Violations to Refer:
1. Sale of Alcohol to Minor – C.G.S 30-86(b): To proceed with this charge, we must show proof of direct service or sale of an alcoholic beverage from an employee to a minor.
- List the name, address, DOB, phone, and I.D. of the server.
- List the name, address, DOB, phone, and I.D. of the minor.
- State the specific type of alcoholic beverage served.
- State whether the minor paid with cash, card, or other payment method.
- State whether the minor was asked for identification, and if so, did the minor present a fake I.D. If a Fake ID was used, attach a photograph or scanned copy of the Fake ID in the referral.
**Note that minors are allowed to be in an establishment permitted with a Restaurant Liquor Permit (LIR). A minor in an establishment does not necessarily create a violation.**
2. Sale of Alcohol to Intoxicated Patron – C.G.S 30-86(b): To proceed with this charge, we must show an employee served or sold alcohol to an already intoxicated person.
- List the name, address, DOB, phone, and I.D. of the server.
- List the name, address, DOB, phone, and I.D. of the intoxicated person.
- Include details about direct service or sale to the intoxicated person.
- Include details about the conduct and state of the intoxicated person at the time of service or sale; include your own observations if service observed firsthand and any field tests administered to determine intoxication.
- List the specific type and quantity of the alcoholic beverage served or sold to the patron.
- If possible, obtain camera footage for the timeframe the patron was at the premise and detail your observations about the conduct and state of the patron; you can advise permit holder that if any known footage is available and s/he fails to comply with the request, Liquor Control may pursue a charge for failure to cooperate.
**Note that a DUI or public intoxication arrest on its own does not necessarily constitute a violation. If a minor is arrested for DUI, also include the information for “Sale to a Minor”(above).**
3. Sales Off-Hours for On-Premises Permit Types – C.G.S 30-91(a): “On-premises” permits are places where alcohol is consumed at the business, such as restaurants, bars, cafes, and theaters. To proceed with this charge, we must demonstrate that a sale occurred or alcohol was served outside of allowable hours.
- List the name, address, DOB, phone, and I.D. of the server and patron.
- State the specific type of alcoholic beverage sold or served.
- State whether the patron paid with cash, card, or other payment method.
- Identify the time of sale and/or service.
- Lawful hours (note: hours may be more restrictive by town or city ordinances):
- Monday – Thursday: 9:00am to 1:00am
- Friday & Saturday: 9:00am to 2:00am
- Sunday: 10:00am to 1:00am
**Note that for restaurant permits (LIR), patrons may remain on the premises if the liquor has been locked in a secure area. For café permits (LCA), no patron may remain on the premises after legal closing hours; premise staff can remain on premises performing working duties, i.e. clean up, trash disposal, etc.**
4. Sales Off-Hours for Off-Premises Permit Types – C.G.S 30-91(a): “Off-premises” permits are places where alcohol is consumed away from the business, such as package stores and grocery stores. To proceed with this charge, you must demonstrate that a sale occurred or alcohol was served outside of allowable hours.
- List the name, address, DOB, phone, and I.D. of the employee and patron.
- State the specific type of alcoholic beverage sold.
- State whether the patron paid with cash, card, or other payment method.
- Identify the time of sale and/or service.
- Lawful hours (note: hours may be more restrictive by town or city ordinances):
- Monday – Saturday: 8:00am to 10:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
- No sales allowed on: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Year’s Day (Alcohol may be sold on the Monday following any Christmas or New Year’s Day which falls on a Sunday; sales do not follow the “observed” calendar).
**Note: No patrons may be in a package store before or after legal hours, however patrons may still shop in grocery stores for grocery items outside of beer sale hours.**
5. Unlawful Conduct – Regulation 30-6-A24a: To proceed with this charge, we must demonstrate that another law was broken inside the premise and usually involving an employee of a premise. List the name, address, DOB, phone, and I.D. of all employees involved.
- List the name, address, DOB, phone, and I.D. of all patrons involved.
- Provide a detailed summary of the unlawful conduct that occurred and police involvement.
- Types of common unlawful conduct:
- Narcotic sales
- Brawls and disturbances (must occur or start inside the premise)
- Gambling machines or any other form of illegal gambling (slot machines, sports pools, dice games, etc.)
- Games or contests designed to promote the rapid consumption of alcohol
- Hookah or other smoking inside the premise or an enclosed patio (except a tobacco bar)
- Untaxed cigarettes
- Violations of town, fire, zoning, or other state or local laws and ordinances
To learn more, visit our Routine Charges page.