Advisory Letter Paves Way For Cherokee Casino Floor Alcohol

Harrah's Cherokee Casino has been approved for alcohol sales back in June. It is an opinion written in an advisory letter by Special Deputy Attorney General John Aldridge, however, that may finally bring alcohol sales to the casino floor.

The tribal Alcoholic Beverage Control Board had not given approval for the liquor sales on the casino floor because they were concerned that it may violate a state law that stops gambling to take place in an establishment where alcohol is sold.

"We just wanted to be perfectly clear on that issue," said ABC board Chairman Bob Blankenship, "We didn't want to violate any state law." In order for the casino to sell alcohol, they asked for an opinion.

The advisory letter that was written by Aldridge claims that the state law prohibiting alcohol sales and gambling would not be enforceable at the Cherokee Casino. Still, there will be a waiting period before liquor sales commence on the gaming floor.

The tribal council wants to review the opinion of Aldridge and be completely sure that no laws are being violated. Once that thorough review is completed, it will most likely open the door for future gaming floor liquor sales.

Gambling and alcohol have long gone hand in hand and with the expansion of casinos around the US, liquor sales are also rising. Many states have expanded their casino options to boost budget shortcomings.

December 4, 2009
Posted By Tom Jones
Staff Editor, CasinoGamblingWeb.com
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