Arkansas § 3-9-233 - Closing hours.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 3-9-233 — Closing hours., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-9-233. Closing hours.
The rules of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and existing laws with respect to the closing hours of licensed premises under this subchapter shall be applicable to all such licensed premises in the state, except that: The governing body of a city in which hotel and restaurant licensed premises are located may fix by ordinance later closing hours for such hotel and restaurant licensed premises than are prescribed by state law or rules of the board for licensed premises generally. In that case, the closing hours for such hotel and restaurant licensed premises as provided by ordinance of the governing body of the city shall govern with respect to the licensed premises in the city; and In any county of this state having a population of not less than fifty-three thousand (53,000) and not more than fifty-eight thousand (58,000) in which hotel and restaurant licensed premises are located outside the corporate limits of any municipality, the county court of the county may fix by order of the court later closing hours for the hotel and restaurant licensed premises than are prescribed by state law or rules of the board for licensed premises generally. In that case, the closing hours for the hotel and restaurant licensed premises located in the county outside of municipal limits shall be governed by the order of the county court. However, under no circumstances may any licensed premises remain open more than two (2) hours after 12:00 midnight on Saturday night.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 3-9-233
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 3-9-233 cover?
Section 3-9-233 ("Closing hours.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 3-9-233?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 3-9-233" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 3-9-233 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arkansas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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