Alcohol Flashcards
Section 4 - Object
In relation to the sale and supply of alcohol act
1a. The sale, supply and consumption of alcohol should be undertaken safely and responsibly
1b. The harm caused should be MINIMISED
Relating to alcohol, what does ‘harm’ consist of?
a. Crime, damage, death, disease, disorderly behaviour, illness or injury caused by the excessive or inappropriate consumption of alcohol; and
b. Any harm to society generally or to the community
Section 266
Closure of licensed premises by Police
Section 266 - Closure of licensed premises by Police:
When may a constable order closure of premises?
- If riot; or
- Fighting or serious disorder; or
- Significant threat to public health or safety; or
- If conduct amounts to a substantial public nuisance; or
- 5+ yr offences AND significant risk of further offences if premises remain open
Relating to 266, who may a licensee or manager apply to to reopen premises?
- DC Judge
- 2 or more JPs
- 1 or more community magistrates
What fine may a manager/licensee incur if they continue to operate if closed?
$10k/suspension for days
What fine may someone incur if they continue to sell alcohol if ordered closed?
$3k
Section 269
Power of Police to demand information
Section 269 - Power of Police to demand information
- If RGTS offence against sale and supply of alcohol act then:
- MAY require name/address/DOB - If false details provided then MAY require to provide satisfactory evidence of particulars
- If fails to provide and persists in refusing after being cautioned then MAY K9
Under S269 what is the fine for refusing/failing or providing false details?
$2,000
Definition of a riot
6 or more people using violence against persons or property that is causing alarm to persons in the neighbourhood
Definition of a licensed premises?
Where a license is held for the sale and supply of alcohol
Definition of a licensee?
The person who holds the license
Definition of a manager?
The manager of the licensed premises
List the circumstances in which Police may close licensed premises
- Riot
- Fighting or serious disorder
- Significant threat to public health or safety
- If conduct on the premises amounts to a substantial public nuisance
- Offences occurring = 5+yrs and there is a risk that further offences of this nature will occur