“California ABC agents often assist at venues throughout California that bring enjoyment to families.  Their presence adds another layer of public safety and helps to curb the use of alcohol among those under 21.”

– CSLEA President Alan Barcelona

CLOVIS – On April 28, 2026, the Clovis Police Department announced that is officers, along with  agents from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), arrested 27 people for alcohol-related violations during the five-day Clovis Rodeo.

Agents and officers were present each day of the rodeo to enforce alcohol-related violations. The enforcement included a Trap Door operation in which law enforcement officers work with bars and clubs to detect the use of false IDs by minors. Under the program, those who verify IDs alert officers and agents to suspected false ID use. Five of the 27 arrested during the rodeo were for fake IDs. The penalty for possession or use of a false ID is a $250 fine, 32 hours of community service, and a one-year suspension of their driver license.

Other violations consisted of public intoxication, minors in possession of alcohol, furnishing alcohol to a minor and one arrest for DUI.

“We are thankful for the partnership we have with both the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and the Clovis Rodeo Association to keep this a fun and safe annual family-friendly event,” said Clovis Police Corporal Russ Moring.

“With help from local law enforcement and participating businesses we can reduce underage drinking and the risks associated with it to keep communities safe,” said ABC Director Paul Tupy.

Statistics have shown that young people under the age of 21 have a much higher risk of being involved in a crash than older drivers. About 25 percent of fatal crashes involve underage drinking according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).