Trump's New Jersey Golf Courses Face Potential Liquor License Suspension Amid Felony Conviction

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Politics
10/06/2024 22h58

Former President Donald Trump's three golf courses in New Jersey may face the revocation of their liquor licenses, following his recent conviction on 34 felony counts. The state's attorney general is currently considering taking action against Trump's establishments, as New Jersey law prohibits issuing liquor licenses to individuals convicted of crimes involving "moral turpitude."

According to a report by Forbes, all three golf courses owned solely by Trump in New Jersey currently hold active liquor licenses, as confirmed by the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control. However, the recent conviction has raised concerns regarding the legality of these licenses. The state handbook explains that crimes categorized as involving "dishonesty, fraud, or depravity" to a significant extent, typically punishable by over a year of imprisonment, fall within the scope of crimes that render an individual ineligible for a liquor license in New Jersey.

Trump became the first former American president to be convicted of felony crimes in May when a jury found him guilty on all 34 charges. The charges were related to an illegal scheme to influence the 2016 election through a hush money payment to a porn actor who claimed to have had sexual relations with the former president. This verdict represents a significant legal reckoning for Trump, exposing him to potential prison time in the city where his manipulation of the tabloid press initially helped build his public persona from real estate tycoon to reality television star and eventually led to his presidency.

The fallout from Trump's conviction is likely to extend beyond the legal implications. As he sets his sights on reclaiming the White House in the upcoming election, this judgment presents voters with a crucial test of their willingness to accept Trump's controversial and boundary-breaking behavior.

The potential suspension of Trump's New Jersey golf courses' liquor licenses adds another layer of scrutiny to the former president's business empire and further contributes to the challenges he may face in regaining public trust and support. The decision by the state's attorney general regarding the liquor licenses is awaited with great anticipation by both Trump supporters and critics alike, as it could significantly impact the operations of these prominent golf facilities.

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