May 8, 2024 - News

Doral proposes alcohol law changes after CityPlace shooting

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Illustration of a margarita with a lime in the shape of the "no" symbol — Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios

Doral Mayor Christi Fraga is expected to propose new laws at the council's meeting Wednesday related to when bars and nightclubs can sell alcohol.

Why it matters: The new rules come one month after there was a deadly shooting in CityPlace Doral.

Fraga told the Miami Herald she hopes the new rules will ensure the safety and security of the community.
She said current laws are "very ambiguous," per the outlet.

State of play: The proposal would set last call at 1:30am, with establishments closing at 2am.

On New Year's Day, closing time would be at 3am.
Establishments would also be required to develop a safety and security plan to be shared with the police department, use portable metal detectors, and hire more security guards and off-duty officers.

Catch up quick: On April 6, two people were killed and seven others injured at Martini Bar at CityPlace Doral around 3:30am after a fight broke out.

A lawsuit was filed last month against the club and CityPlace Doral alleging negligence, per the Herald.

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