Alcohol

Question 1

Before closing a license premises authority should be sought from who

Answer 1

A substantive Sergeant or above

Question 2

How long can the constable order a licensed premises to close for

Answer 2

Up to 24 hours from the end of the day on which the order was made

Question 3

What’s the definition of a riot

Answer 3

A group of six or more people who are using violence against the person is a property to the alarm persons in the neighbourhood

Question 4

What four factors must police consider when deciding to close a licensed premises

Answer 4

Evidence supporting a closure

Previous interactions with police

likelihood of escalating violence

duration of the closure

Question 5

When deciding the duration of the closure what must police consider

Answer 5

When when order is likely to be restored

Whether closure is sufficient to address public nuisance

the impact on the licensee

Question 6

Enforcement of alcohol band relies on what principles

Answer 6

preventing alcohol-related harm and antisocial behaviour caused by the consumption of alcohol in public places

Question 7

Offenders can be dealt with in which five ways

Answer 7

By disposing of the alcohol

being warned

leaving the restricted area

receiving infringement notice

being arrested

Question 8

What factors need to be present in order for police to close a licensed premises

Answer 8

Riot
fighting or serious disorder
threat to public health or safety substantial public nuisance
Offences carrying a maximum penalty of five years or more