Utah Administrative Code Topic - Alcoholic Beverage Control
Here’s a structured breakdown of the Utah Administrative Code, specifically Title R82 – Alcoholic Beverage Control, governing the regulation of alcohol in Utah:
🧭 Overview: Title R82 – Administration
Title R82 is the primary umbrella for rules interpreting and enforcing the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act (Utah Code Title 32B). It’s divided into several Rules:
R82‑1 – General (Scope, definitions, advertising) (casetext.com, casetext.com)
R82‑2 – Administration (Oversight procedures, permits, package agencies) (regulations.justia.com)
R82‑3 – Disciplinary/Enforcement
R82‑4 – Criminal Offenses
R82‑5 – General Retail License Provisions (licensing, menus, dispensing) (casetext.com, law.cornell.edu)
R82‑6 to R82‑10, R82‑11, R82‑13 – Specific licenses (Retails, Off‑Premise, Resorts, Events, Manufacturing, Wholesalers, etc.) (casetext.com)
🔍 Key Provisions
1. Scope & Definitions (R82‑1‑101, 1‑102)
These rules apply to the Department and all licensees under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act (Title 32B) (casetext.com)
Defines terms such as “Commission,” “Department (DABS),” “Licensee,” “Point of Sale,” and requirements like mandatory warning sign specifications (casetext.com)
2. Advertising (R82‑1‑104 & R82‑2‑302)
Formal definition of advertising and extensive restrictions: no misleading, indecent, or youth-targeted content; bans on promotions like "happy hour" or "two for one" (casetext.com)
Package agencies can only display informational signage per license type; price lists visible only in certain contexts (regulations.justia.com)
3. General Retail License Provisions (R82‑5)
Menus & Price Lists (R82‑5‑108): Establishments must display printed menus with current prices and notify of any service charges (law.cornell.edu)
Liquor Dispensing Systems (R82‑5‑104): Strict approval requirements for automated dispensing, including calibrated measures, recordkeeping, and storage/security standards (regulations.justia.com)
📰 Recent Changes (May 2024 Legislative Package)
An omnibus update took effect May 1, 2024, including: (abs.utah.gov)
Increased quotas for bar and restaurant licenses over the next 7 years
Authorization for canned premixed cocktails (≤10% ABV, ≤12 oz) by restaurants and bars
Mandatory issuance of retail licenses if criteria are met (“must-issue” policy)
Pro-rated license fees, expanded to-go allowances in hotels/resorts, and new public safety initiatives
Adjusted tax markups, package agency fee reductions, and an ABV cap of 80% on state liquor
✅ Summary Table
Rule
Focus Area
Key Points
R82‑1
Scope, definitions
Applicability, DABS roles, permitted signage
R82‑2
Administration, agencies
Package agency advertising rules
R82‑5‑108
Menus & pricing
Must list prices clearly, no deceptive promotions
R82‑5‑104
Dispensing systems
Calibration, records, security protocols
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