This substitute limits the tort liability of sellers of alcohol for damages caused by persons consuming the alcohol. Current case law allows any person who is injured by an intoxicated person to sue the bar or restaurant that furnished the intoxicated person with the alcohol. The victim of an intoxicated person may have a cause of action against a bar or restaurant when the seller sold the alcohol to a person who is either under 21 or who is obviously intoxicated and that unlawful sale of alcohol is the proximate cause of the victim's injury. The unlawful sale of alcohol to a person who is under 21 or obviously intoxicated must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt. Not available at time of printing.
Supporters say that insurance premiums are excessive for bars and restaurants.
The bill will ensure that Missouri's tourism business will continue to grow. Bars will continue to train their employees on serving intoxicating beverages. Those who oppose the bill say that the bill is not balanced. Testifying against the bill were Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys.