Or. Admin. R. 845-005-0301 - Purpose and Interpretation
(1)
ORS 471.313 is the primary statute
that gives the reasons for which the Commission may deny an alcoholic beverage
license application. The rules in this Division describe how the Commission
applies these and other licensing-related statutes in granting, denying,
modifying or renewing alcoholic beverage licenses and related
privileges.
(2) The Commission
liberally applies these rules to:
(a) Minimize
health or safety problems caused by the use and abuse of alcoholic
beverages;
(b) Encourage moderation
in the use of alcoholic beverages;
(c) Ensure that qualified persons obtain
available licenses and operate in compliance with alcoholic beverage
laws;
(d) Prevent access to
alcoholic beverages by minors;
(e)
Provide the opportunity for public participation in license
decisions;
(f) Provide guidelines
for local governments in making recommendations to the Commission;
(g) Ensure availability of alcoholic
beverages to the public.
Notes
Stat. Auth.: ORS 471, including 471.030, 471.040, 471.730(1) & (5)
Stats. Implements: ORS 471.313
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