Three Lehigh Valley establishments were cited in June by the state Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement for alleged liquor law violations.
Licensees will have a chance to defend themselves against the citations before an administrative law judge, who may impose fines between $50 to $1,000 for minor violations, or up to $5,000 for more serious offenses. The judge may also suspend or revoke business licenses or mandate training.
The following businesses were cited:
Lehigh County
Liberty Fire Co. No. 5, Allentown: Allegedly failed to adhere to constitution or by-laws between Oct 1. and April 16; allegedly failed to fulfill charter purposes between Oct. 1 and April 16; allegedly violated liquor code by having the primary interest and activity of the organization be the sale of alcoholic beverages between Oct. 1 and April 19; allegedly sold alcoholic beverages to nonmembers on Jan. 31, Feb. 28 and March 27; and allegedly transported malt or brewed beverages on dates in January, February, March and April.
Northampton County
Roosevelt Democratic Club of Lehigh Township, Danielsville: Allegedly failed to maintain complete and truthful records covering the operation for two years preceding May 15 concerning the Bingo Law in violation of the liquor code.
Breaker’s Bar and Grille, Northampton: Allegedly permitted entertainment without an amusement permit on 40 days between Oct. 3 and March 20; and allegedly failed to maintain records in conformity with the liquor code between Oct. 4 and March 15.