Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission

by Joy Spencer The warm weather has finally arrived and Oregonians will be heading to the river for fun. Please remember that alcohol and boating can be a dangerous combination. Alcohol is involved in approximately 30 percent of boating fatalities in Oregon each year, 50-70 percent nationwide. Oregon's BUII laws apply to motorized and non-motorized watercraft alike. Remember, in a raft, everyone with a paddle is an operator. All 48 mainland states now have a legal limit of 0.08% BAC to be considered "Under the Influence". A drug or alcohol impaired boat operator who is arrested for Boating Under the Influence of Intoxicants (BUII) faces the following: could face fines of up to $6,250 and up to a year in jail must complete a boating safety class lose his or her boat operation privileges for a period of time have boat registrations suspended for up to three years While BUII laws pertain to boat operators, a recent study reported in the Journal of the Americ...

by Joy Spencer Graduation should be a happy time, and a time to celebrate the accomplishments of students. Many families commemorate graduation with parties, outings, and other celebrations. Here are a few tips for parents and guardians to help keep their teens safe during graduation season: Set clear expectations about not drinking alcohol. Establish rules and follow through with the consequences. Talk about drinking and drug use with your teen as well as other parents. Talk about how making bad choices, like using drugs or alcohol, could change their lives forever. Organize fun alternatives such as an alcohol and drug-free graduation party. Be involved - ask who they will be with, how you can reach them, where they will be and at what times. Lead by example. Teens learn by watching, interacting, and listening to you – live a healthy lifestyle for you and your kids. “Parental disapproval is still a leading reason why kids choose not to drink,” said Rudy W...

by Joy Spencer Do your wedding celebration plans include serving alcohol to your guests? This short blog should help you determine if you need a liquor license for your Big Day. You do not need a liquor license if you will be serving alcohol, but are not accepting payment or donations* for it. *Donations for the bride and groom (money tree, cash gifts, money dance) are okay of course! You will need a liquor license if you will be serving alcohol to your guests who will pay or donate money for their drinks. Click here for information on licensing your event . Special events are licensed through your local OLCC field office . If you are using a caterer, make sure that they have a liquor license if your guests will be paying for their alcoholic beverages. A note about Liquor Liability Insurance - This is not required by the OLCC for events that do not need a liquor license. However, if your wedding or reception site requires Liquor Liability Insurance - and m...