Speck Restaurant, Inc. v. Oregon Liquor Control Commission

Petitioner was denied a renewal of its liquor license by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission and appeals. This matter was heard upon stipulated facts. We summarize pertinent portions. Petitioner, The Speck Restaurant, Inc., has for a number of years been a holder of a Class A retail dispenser’s license from respondent Commission and sells alcoholic beverages pursuant thereto in connection with its restaurant business. It is also the holder of a franchise from KFC, a corporation, authorizing it to sell Kentucky Fried Chicken. About two years ago, KFC Corporation was purchased by Heublein,…