2006 Utah Code - 32A-1-104 — Policy.

     32A-1-104.   Policy.
     The policies of the state are:
     (1) The administration of this title shall be nonpartisan and free of partisan political influence.
     (2) Alcoholic beverage control shall be operated as a public business using sound management principles and practices. The business shall be governed by a commission and operated by a department. The business shall function with the intent of servicing the public demand for alcoholic beverages.
     (3) The commission and department may not promote or encourage the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages.
     (4) The commission shall conduct, license, and regulate the sale of alcoholic beverages in a manner and at prices that:
     (a) reasonably satisfy the public demand and protect the public interest, including the rights of citizens who do not wish to be involved with alcoholic products; and
     (b) will promote the reduction of the harmful effects of over consumption of alcoholic beverages by adults and consumption of alcoholic beverages by minors.

Amended by Chapter 314, 2003 General Session