Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission

Written by Joy Spencer It’s prom season, and that means it’s a good time for parents to check in and make sure they are communicating their expectations about underage drinking to their teens. Unless you’ve explicitly talked about the issue, don’t make the mistake of assuming your child knows what you expect or that you would disapprove. Prom culture has definitely changed over the years...with everything from "promposals" to dance floor selfies. However, one thing remains the same - teens want to have a good time. So, whether you're a concerned parent or a teen who's counting down the days until the anticipated event, these prom night statistics are something to think about.   Teens are more likely to be involved in a car accident during April and June Accidents are the number one cause of death for young people aged 12 to 19, and those involving motor vehicles are the most common. Statistics show roughly a third of alcohol-related teen traffic fata...

Fall has arrived, and that means it's football season! Make sure that your game day includes a plan to designate a driver and Pass the Keys at tailgating events and parties. Nearly 10,000 people lose their lives each year in alcohol-related crashes. DUII arrests increase during football season, and sports fans should be aware that the Oregon State Police, local sheriffs and police departments plan to have extra traffic patrols on game days to keep the roads safe for fans. "Many public safety personnel are focused on keeping our roads safe for all fans through an exciting season of football,” says Steve Marks, OLCC Executive Director. “But it is each football fan’s job to make the game day experience safe for your family and friends, and the many fans that share congested roads. Let's have a record winning season by designating a driver and passing the keys." "Let's have a record winning season on the road by designating a driver and passing the k...

Cheers to St. Patrick's Day   - a day when people around the world celebrate their Irish heritage, the color green, and the chance to have a fun time with friends and family! Whether you are going out to celebrate at a local pub or hosting a party at home, remember to plan ahead to make sure that your day is full of lucky charms. ♣   If you plan on drinking, don’t drive! Protect yourself and others by having a designated driver and make sure everyone wears a seat belt. ♣  If you are the designated driver, watch out for intoxicated walkers who pay no attention to lights or crosswalks. ♣  Use public transportation or take a cab both to and from your location so you can avoid leaving your car in an unfamiliar place overnight. ♣  Thank your servers and bartenders ! They have a responsibility to make sure that customers don’t drink too much.  If they take your drink away or offer to call you a cab – Thank them .  They ...