SB473 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Vivian Davis FiguresSenator
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Mobile Co., alcoholic beverages, reasonable quantity purchased from military liquor or package stores, for active duty, active reserve status or retired Armed Forces allowed, civil penalties
Summary: SB473 allows certain military personnel and their dependents in Alabama to possess a reasonable quantity of alcohol bought from military or state stores for private use, with a civil penalty for violations.
What This Bill Does
The act would authorize 21+ active duty, reserve, or retired U.S. Armed Forces members and their dependents to possess a reasonable quantity of alcohol in Alabama for private use. The alcohol must be purchased from a military liquor store or an in-state liquor store that sources stock from licensed Alabama wholesalers or the Alabama ABC Board. Purchasers must have identification and a receipt showing the purchase occurred in Alabama. The first violation would carry a civil penalty of up to $500.

Who It Affects
Individuals 21 years or older who are on active duty, in active reserve status, or retired from the U.S. Armed Forces, and their dependents, in Alabama.
Alcohol retailers and outlets (military stores and in-state liquor stores that stock from Alabama wholesalers/ABC Board) that sell alcohol to these individuals, ensuring purchases meet origin and identification requirements.

Key Provisions
Allows 21+ active duty, reserve, or retired service members and their dependents to possess a reasonable quantity of alcohol in Alabama for private use.
Alcohol must be purchased from a military liquor store or an in-state store that sources stock from licensed Alabama wholesalers or the ABC Board.
Purchasers must have identification and a receipt showing the alcohol was purchased in Alabama.
Possession is allowed in a motor vehicle, private residence, or curtilage for private use and not for resale.
First violation carries a civil penalty of up to $500.
Effective date is the first day of the third month after passage and approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Mobile County