Guidance for Restaurants, Bars & Patrons from Law Enforcement

SLED, along with local law enforcement, will be enforcing the execution of the Governor McMaster’s orders regarding restaurants and the halting of dine-in services. They will also work with DHEC and DOR on these matters. According to Sheriff Mike Crenshaw, here are some guidelines and recommendations for those who own or patronize bars and restaurants: Governor McMaster’s Executive Order (2020-10) prohibits selling food or beverages of any kind for on-premises consumption through next Tuesday, March 31st. Also, selling food and/or beverages to consume on-premises while someone waits for their “to-go” order is unlawful at this time. Governor’s Executive Order (2020-12) allows current holders of a valid Beer and Wine permit to sell or deliver beer and wine in a sealed container for curbside delivery or pick-up and off-premises consumption. However, curbside delivery or pickup of “alcoholic liquors” remains prohibited.
• Also, the sale of beer or wine to anyone who remains in a motor vehicle during a transaction is prohibited.
• In regards to alcohol sales, the retailed shall have a clearly designated delivery or pickup area abutting or adjacent to the retailer’s place of business.
• Anyone purchasing alcoholic beverages must prove at the time of curbside delivery or pickup that they are 21 years of age.
• A retailer shall not allow curbside delivery or pickup of beer and wine to an intoxicated person or a person under the age of 21. An employee or agent who is responsible for delivering beer or wine in sealed containers for off–premises consumption to a consumer’s vehicle shall be 18 years of age or older.