Bartending School
QUINCY, KY 41166

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

Lexington Division of Police, ABC Office

150 East Main Street
Lexington, KY 40507
Phone: 859-258-3796
URL: https://lexingtonky.gov/index.aspx?page=2184

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KY Legal Age to Consume: 21
KY Legal Age to Serve: 20
KY Legal Age to Pour: 20

Our course MEETS state alcohol seller/server training requirements. Alcohol Server Training Law While Kentucky has no mandatory state training laws, many local jurisdictions require training Approved TIPS Programs Classroom: On-Premise, Off-Premise, Gaming, Concessions, and University Online: You may take the TIPS course, but many local jurisdictions do not recognize TIPS training. Check with your local jurisdiction. Requirements TIPS Classroom and TIPS Online are acceptable training programs. Some cities and counties do require alcohol training. Length of Certification TIPS Certification is valid for 3 years

Additional Info: Kentucky's Dram Shop Law follows a model where sellers of alcohol can be held liable for serving alcohol to intoxicated patrons who cause harm. Here's a breakdown of the key points: * **Seller Liability:** Kentucky Revised Statutes section 413.241 outlines the state's Dram Shop Law. * This law allows lawsuits against alcohol vendors who sell or serve liquor to people who are **already intoxicated** and who then cause injury or death to themselves or others due to that intoxication. * However, the law offers an important limitation on liability: The seller can only be held liable if a "reasonable person under the same or similar circumstances should know the person served is already intoxicated at the time of serving." This means it needs to be very clear that the patron was intoxicated before service. * **Focus on Underage Drinkers:** An important distinction in Kentucky's Dram Shop Law is that this limitation on liability (mentioned above) does not apply to serving alcohol to someone under the legal drinking age (21 in Kentucky). * If a vendor serves alcohol to a minor who then gets intoxicated and causes harm, the vendor can be held liable. **Social Host Liability:** * Kentucky's Dram Shop Law applies primarily to licensed vendors who sell or serve alcohol. The state does not have a law allowing lawsuits against social hosts who provide alcohol at private gatherings for adults of legal drinking age. **Important to Note:** * Dram Shop cases 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 Kentucky's Dram Shop Law. They can evaluate your situation and advise you on the legal options, considering the specific details and the limitations mentioned above. Here are some resources for further information: * Kentucky Revised Statutes section 413.241: [https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=42540](https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=42540) * Kentucky Dram Shop Laws and Social Host Liability for Alcohol-Related Accidents: [https://eslawky.com/practices/dram-shop-liability/](https://eslawky.com/practices/dram-shop-liability/)

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