Hagan v. Farris

I respectfully dissent from the majority opinion because it tolerates an inexcusable practice by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board which is contrary to law and is not necessary under all the circumstances.

Although it is difficult to disagree with the skillfully written majority opinion and its application of equitable principles in a prospective manner in order to avoid a possible injustice or hardship, I believe that we cannot continue to tolerate the clear disregard of the applicable regulations and statutes by the ABC Board.

It is abundantly clear that the existing regulations regarding…