After a spate of drunk driving incidents involving drivers of all ages, Samsville passed an ordinance banning the sale and consumption of alcohol. Upon an inquiry from the Samsville Christian Church, the Town Attorney clarified that the ordinance has no exceptions, and that the Town would expect to seek prosecution of any person who violated the ordinance. The Church had made its inquiry because sacramental consumption of alcoholic wine is an accepted, essential part of the Christian service. Thus, the ordinance effectively prohibits the Church from holding services within the Town.
Does this Samsville ordinance violate the Free Exercise Clause?