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Delivery drivers must adhere to the following legal requirements:

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Delivery drivers must adhere to the following legal requirements:

1. Delivery drivers must exclusively transport beer, wine, or distilled spirits in their original, unbroken containers sealed by the manufacturer.

2. Alcoholic beverages must be delivered on the same calendar day they depart the retailer's licensed premises.

3. Alcoholic beverages must be transported within the local licensing jurisdiction of the packaged goods retailer, defined as the city or county that issued the local alcoholic beverage license to the retail business.

4. Alcoholic beverages must not be mixed or transported in a vehicle carrying products or goods outside Georgia.

5. Delivery drivers must retain possession of alcoholic beverages and are prohibited from transferring them to another driver or any other person.

6. Delivery of alcoholic beverages is restricted to personal use. It cannot be delivered to schools, prisons, locker mailboxes, or other retailers.

7. Alcoholic beverages must be delivered to the address specified in the purchase order. They must be removed from curbsides, driveways, door stoops, porches, etc.

8. Alcoholic beverages can only be delivered to individuals who are 21 years of age or older, present valid identification, provide a matching signature, and are not noticeably intoxicated.

9. Delivery drivers are not allowed to receive compensation from purchasers for the sale or delivery of alcoholic beverages.

10. Delivery drivers must permit purchasers to inspect delivered alcoholic beverages upon delivery, and all sales of alcoholic beverages are considered final.

11. Violations of delivery laws may result in fines for the delivery driver, retail licensee, or both. Local governing authorities issuing alcohol retail licenses may impose additional penalties, and criminal penalties prescribed by law may apply.

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Written by TAP Series Editorial · Reviewed February 5, 2024

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