1. (a) The general positive impact of alcohol sales on the community.
2. (b) The general negative impact of alcohol sales on the community.

3. (c) Specific costs to the community for overuse of alcohol:

   1. (1) Alcohol related crimes:

      1. (A) Driving under the influence;
      2. (B) Domestic violence; and
      3. (C) Assault, including sexual assault.

   2. (2) Increased calls to first responders:

      1. (A) Emergency medical transporters;
      2. (B) Law enforcement; and
      3. (C) Fire departments.

   3. (3) Neighborhood quality of life:

      1. (A) Noise;
      2. (B) Litter;
      3. (C) Crime; and
      4. (D) Public indecency.

   4. (4) Public health risks:

      1. (A) Binge drinking;
      2. (B) Alcoholism;
      3. (C) Diseases, including cancer and cirrhosis; and
      4. (D) Alcohol poisoning and death.
4. (d) The alcohol server's responsibility to the community as the gatekeepers of persons obtaining alcohol in public establishments.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 25681(a) and 25685(a), Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 25680(c)(1), Business and Professions Code.

History

1. New section filed 5-20-2020; operative 5-20-2020 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2020, No. 21).