A. Revocation Or Suspension Authorized: The local liquor control commissioner may suspend or revoke any liquor dealer's license for any violation of any provisions of this chapter or for any violation of any state or federal law pertaining to alcoholic liquor, as provided and in the manner provided by statute.
B. Fines: In addition to the suspension, the local liquor control commissioner may levy a fine on the licensee for such violations. The fine imposed shall not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) for a first violation within a twelve (12) month period, one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00) for a second violation within a twelve (12) month period, and two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500.00) for a third or subsequent violation within a twelve (12) month period. Each day on which a violation continues shall constitute a separate violation. Not more than fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) in fines under this section may be imposed against any licensee during the period of his license. Proceeds from such fines shall be paid into the general corporate fund.
C. Notice Of Hearings: Notice of hearings regarding such suspension or revocation shall be sent to the police department, village administrator, and the president and board of trustees.
D. Compliance With Statute: The citations of violations, notice of hearings, conduct of hearings and decisions thereon shall be as provided by statute at 235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/7-9.
E. Appeals: The appeal of any decision of the local liquor control commissioner shall be limited to a review of the official record of proceedings of such local liquor control commissioner. (Ord. 2009-35, 9-29-2009)