Consumer Protection Reminds the Public: Even on Halloween weekend, you eventually must go home.

HARTFORD - The Department of Consumer Protection (DCP)'s Division of Liquor Control is reminding the public that when the clocks change from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m. on November 2 (Sunday morning), bars and restaurants may not remain open an "extra hour." At that time, no more sales, consumption, or presence of alcoholic beverages is allowed in bars or restaurants, according to state liquor regulations.

"With Halloween celebrations rolling right into the time change, we know that by the time Saturday night rolls around, you're going to be tired, so just go home," said DCP Commissioner Bryan T. Cafferelli. "We don't care how good your costume is, there's no exceptions. You'll thank us when you wake up the next day with that extra hour of sleep to fuel you. So, when the clocks fall back this weekend, it's a sign to be responsible, call a cab, a ride share, or your designated driver, and go home. Bars and restaurants may not stay open an hour later, but you can get an extra hour of sleep."

Those who have questions or wish to file a complaint regarding a liquor permittee in the state, may contact the Liquor Control Division by emailing [email protected], or by calling (860) 713-6210. The Division also accepts complaints filed online at portal.ct.gov/liquorcomplaints.