The way alcohol enters the bloodstream. Alcohol is absorbed into the blood through the stomach and small intestine.

Physical dependence upon a drug, characterized by withdrawal symptoms in the absence of the drug.

1. A liquid or solid containing more than one-half of one percent alcohol by volume capable of being consumed by a human being. 2. A toxic drug; a depressant that slows activity in the central nervous system, resulting in impaired mental and physical performance.

A policy written by establishments to partner with staff in the In House Policies concerning the sales and service of alcohol.

An addiction to alcohol. A chronic, progressive, treatable disease characterized by a person's inability to control or stop drinking alcohol. "Denial" that alcohol interferes with a person's physical, psychological or social problems is common.

Administrative Violation Notice is a severe reprimand from the WSLCB.

Blood Alcohol Content. The amount of alcohol in the blood, determined by the percentage of alcohol in relation to other blood components. For example, .08% BAC means there are eight parts of alcohol per 10,000 parts of blood. (Also Breath Alcohol Content. Many law enforcement agencies use breath tests to determine a person's alcohol content.)

You may need a banquet permit, which is for a private, invitation only event (not open or advertised to the public). The liquor must be provided free of charge, or brought by individuals attending the event. Package deals are allowed that may include, for example, the cost of dinner, liquor, and entertainment. To assure participants receive an equa [..]

The brain and spinal cord, which collect, process, and transmit information.

The WSLCB and local authorities regularly conduct compliance checks of area businesses licensed to sell alcohol. These businesses include spirits, beer and wine restaurants, grocery stores, state and contract liquor stores, neighborhood markets, taverns, wine bars and sports/entertainment facilities. Compliance checks are proven tools to reduce the [..]