OAR 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.