Leave No TRACE: From Incident to Accountability in Alcohol-Related Fatality Reporting

When an alcohol-related fatality occurs, investigative duties extend beyond the immediate crash scene. This session examines how the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) deploys Target Responsibility for Alcohol Connected Emergencies (TRACE) investigations. Attendees will discover how these specialized protocols determine whether a licensed establishment legally contributed to a fatal incident through over-service or illegal sales. This session covers what to include in timely notifications and how to document and preserve key evidence—helping ensure accurate reporting and stronger accountability.