Florida § 565.04 - Package store restrictions.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 565.04 — Package store restrictions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 565.04. Package store restrictions.
(1) Vendors licensed under s. 565.02(1)(a) shall not in said place of business sell, offer, or expose for sale any merchandise other than such beverages, and such places of business shall be devoted exclusively to such sales; provided, however, that such vendors shall be permitted to sell bitters; grenadine; nonalcoholic mixer-type beverages, not to include fruit juices produced outside this state; fruit juices produced in this state; home bar and party supplies and equipment, including but not limited to glassware and party-type foods; miniatures of no alcoholic content; nicotine products; and tobacco products. Such places of business shall have no openings permitting direct access to any other building or room, except to a private office or storage room of the place of business from which patrons are excluded. (2) Notwithstanding any other law, when delivering alcoholic beverages to a vendor licensed under s. 565.02(1)(a), a licensed distributor may transport the beverages through another premises owned in whole or in part by the vendor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 565.04
What does Florida Statutes § 565.04 cover?
Section 565.04 ("Package store restrictions.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 565.04?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 565.04" (Florida). 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 Florida law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 565.04 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Florida can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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