Bartending School
FOREST HILLS, NY 11375

As you will see bartending is more than just memorizing a few drink recipes...

New York Liquor Authority Division Alcohol Beverage Control

80 S Swan St Suite 900
Albany, NY 12210
Phone: 518-474-3114
URL: https://sla.ny.gov

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NY Legal Age to Consume: 21
NY Legal Age to Serve: 18
NY Legal Age to Pour: 18

Voluntary The state does not require alcohol server training but there may be perks for going through approved alcohol server training

Additional Info: New York has a Dram Shop Law that allows lawsuits against establishments that illegally sell alcohol to people who then cause harm due to intoxication. Here's a breakdown of the key points: * **Seller Liability:** New York's Dram Shop Act applies to the sale or provision of alcohol by commercial establishments such as bars, restaurants, and liquor stores. Here's what it prohibits: * **Selling to Minors:** Selling alcoholic beverages to anyone under 21 years old is illegal. If a minor gets intoxicated and causes harm, the vendor who served them could be liable. * **Serving Visibly Intoxicated People:** The law also prohibits establishments from selling or serving alcohol to someone who is visibly intoxicated. This means someone exhibiting clear signs of intoxication such as slurred speech, stumbling, or incoherent behavior. If this person then causes harm due to their intoxication, the vendor could be held liable. * **Focus on Illegal Sale:** It's important to understand that Dram Shop claims in New York focus on the illegality of the sale. This means there needs to be proof that the sale violated these points above (selling to minors or serving visibly intoxicated people). **Social Host Liability:** * New York Dram Shop Law applies primarily to commercial vendors of alcohol. There is generally no social host liability for providing alcohol to adults of legal drinking age at private gatherings. However, social hosts can be liable in specific situations, such as knowingly providing alcohol to minors. Here's a table summarizing the key points: | Scenario | Liability under New York Dram Shop Law | |---|---| | Bar serves alcohol to a visibly intoxicated patron who causes a DUI accident | Potentially Yes (if visibly intoxicated) | | Restaurant serves multiple drinks to someone who gets in a fight with another patron | Potentially Yes (if visibly intoxicated) | | Person provides alcohol at a party to a friend who is visibly intoxicated and later drives home and crashes | Not Likely (unless the friend is underage) | **Important to Note:** * Dram Shop cases in New York can be complex. The specific circumstances, evidence available (such as receipts or witness statements), and the level of intoxication will all play a role in determining liability. * Consulting with an attorney specializing in personal injury or Dram Shop Law is recommended if you believe you have a case under New York's Dram Shop Law. They can evaluate your situation and advise you on the legal options. Here are some resources for further information: * Dram Shop Law - Find An Attorney - New York City Bar Association: [https://www.tilemlawfirm.com/dram-shop-act.html](https://www.tilemlawfirm.com/dram-shop-act.html)

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