What happens after repeated violations?

• A. A simple warning letter after each violation.
• B. Penalties include fines, license suspension or revocation, and possible criminal charges, plus mandatory corrective actions.
• C. Automatic license renewal after penalties.
• D. A temporary tax penalty.

Answer: (B)

When violations occur repeatedly, penalties rise to deter ongoing noncompliance and protect the public. The best description is that penalties include fines, license suspension or revocation, and possible criminal charges, along with mandatory corrective actions. Fines increase the cost of wrongdoing; suspension or revocation removes the right to sell alcohol; criminal charges may follow for serious or illegal actions; and mandatory corrective actions ensure the business makes the required changes to prevent future violations. The other options don’t fit because a simple warning after each violation is too lenient for repeat offenses, automatic license renewal after penalties contradicts the punitive and corrective purpose, and a temporary tax penalty doesn’t address enforcement for repeated violations.