OAR 845-013-0075: Schematics; ORS 471.398(5)

(1) ORS 471.398(5) prohibits a manufacturer or wholesaler from giving a retailer any services except services of nominal value. (2) OAR 845-013-0070 limits services of nominal value to those which fall into one of two categories. (3) The category described in OAR 845-013-0070(3) allows a manufacturer or wholesaler to give basic marketing support services for the manufacturer or wholesaler’s alcoholic beverage products. When a manufacturer or wholesaler uses schematics to promote their products to a retailer, the Commission considers that to be a basic marketing support service. (4) When a manufacturer or wholesaler uses schematics to promote their products to a retailer, the retailer remains responsible for deciding what products are actually sold. (5) The Commission holds licensees accountable for the acts of their agents and employees. (See OAR 845-006-0362). Accordingly, any licensee who provides schematics through another person or business is responsible for the actions of the party. If a person or business that provides schematics on behalf of a licensee violates any liquor law or rule, the Commission takes the appropriate compliance action against the licensee.