Training and Enforcement

Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Training (BASSET)

City and State laws require that individuals serving alcohol at licensed liquor establishments complete the State of Illinois’ Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education Training (BASSET) certification.  Detailed information and training opportunities (both in-person and online) are available from the Illinois Liquor Control Commission.
Learn more and register for BASSET

Local Alcohol Service Training

The Champaign Police Department provides licensees with supplemental training that covers liquor regulation and enforcement requirements that are unique to Champaign and not covered by the State’s BASSET training. To learn more, please contact the Alcohol Enforcement Officer listed below.

Bar Employee Security Training (BEST)

The Champaign Police Department offers Bar Employee Security Training (BEST) for employees working at licensed businesses selling or serving alcohol in Champaign. BEST certification is required for all managers and security personnel working at licensed businesses. BEST certification is valid for three (3) years.
Learn more and register for BEST

Liquor Enforcement

Local liquor ordinances and rules are enforced by the City’s Liquor Commissioner’s Office, Police Department, and Legal Department. These departments are responsible for ensuring that businesses with a Champaign liquor license meet the City’s alcohol-related regulations and requirements.  Residents and licensees with questions or concerns about liquor enforcement are encouraged to contact the Alcohol Enforcement Officer listed below.  The Illinois Liquor Control Commission also monitors and enforces the State’s liquor regulations and standards, which all licensed liquor establishments in Illinois are also required to follow.

Alcohol Enforcement Officer

For information about alcohol enforcement and training contact:
Sgt. Justin Prosser
Champaign Police Department
217-403-6981
[email protected]