What Is Dram Shop Law?

A law under which an establishment can be held legally liable for injuries caused by a patron who was served while visibly intoxicated or who was a minor. Because only time lowers blood alcohol concentration, offering food or water does not remove this risk.

Dram Shop Law across 2 exams

Dram Shop Law appears on the following exams. Each defines it in the context candidates are tested on:

ServSafe Food Handler
A law under which an establishment can be held legally liable for injuries caused by a patron who was served while visibly intoxicated or who was a minor. Because only time lowers blood alcohol concentration, offering food or water does not remove this risk.
ServSafe Alcohol
A law that can hold an establishment legally responsible for injuries caused by a patron who was served alcohol while visibly intoxicated or while a minor.