What are examples of administrative violations under TABC?

• A. Serving intoxicated patrons.
• B. Selling to a minor.
• C. Possessing illicit beverages.
• D. Arrest and prosecution.

Answer: (A)

Administrative violations under TABC are regulatory penalties issued by the Commission to licensees for breaches of alcohol service rules, handled as civil actions rather than criminal prosecutions. Serving intoxicated patrons is an example because it directly violates the mandated service standards and can lead to administrative consequences like fines or license actions without involving criminal charges. Selling to a minor is a criminal offense under state law and is typically handled through criminal prosecution, not an administrative penalty. Possessing illicit beverages may involve other laws and enforcement, not necessarily TABC’s administrative process. Arrest and prosecution describe the criminal process itself, not an administrative violation. So the situation that best illustrates an administrative violation is serving intoxicated patrons.