Which rule generally applies to drive-through sales?

• A. Generally restricted or prohibited.
• B. Always allowed.
• C. Allowed only for beer.
• D. Allowed if purchased with food.

Answer: (A)

Drive-through alcohol sales are tightly regulated because authorities want to ensure proper ID checks, prevent underage access, and avoid on-the-go or unsupervised consumption. Because of these safety and control concerns, the general rule in many jurisdictions is that drive-through sales are restricted or prohibited, with only limited, specific exceptions that vary by location. So the best rule to remember is that drive-through sales are not routinely allowed; they’re usually restricted.