Licensing Act 2003

Question 1

What are the four main objectives of the Licensing Act 2003?

Answer 1

• Prevent crime and disorder
• Public safety
• Prevent public nuisance
• Protect harm to children

These objectives guide the regulation of alcohol and entertainment licensing in the UK.

Question 2

What does the Licensing Act 2003 regulate?

Answer 2

The sale/supply of alcohol, entertainment, late night refreshment, and related offences.

These are referred to as licensable activities.

Question 3

What is the offence under section 141 of the Licensing Act 2003?

Answer 3

Knowingly selling alcohol to a person who is drunk.

This section aims to prevent harm associated with excessive alcohol consumption.

Question 4

What is prohibited under section 142 of the Licensing Act 2003?

Answer 4

Obtaining alcohol for a person who is drunk.

This section helps reinforce the responsibility of sellers and those providing alcohol.

Question 5

What is the offence described in section 143 of the Licensing Act 2003?

Answer 5

Failure to leave licensed premises.

This aims to maintain order and safety within licensed venues.

Question 6

What does section 146 of the Licensing Act 2003 address?

Answer 6

Selling alcohol to children.

This section is part of the legislation to protect minors from the dangers of alcohol.

Question 7

What is the offence established by section 149 of the Licensing Act 2003?

Answer 7

Purchase of alcohol by or on behalf of children.

This is aimed at preventing minors from accessing alcohol.

Question 8

What is the offence under section 152 of the Licensing Act 2003?

Answer 8

Sending a child to obtain alcohol.

This is to deter adults from using children to bypass legal restrictions.

Question 9

Under what conditions can children consume alcohol according to section 150?

Answer 9

• Ages 16 or 17
• Eating a meal
• At a table (relevant premises)
• The alcohol is beer, wine, or cider
• They are accompanied by an adult

This exception allows limited consumption in a controlled setting.

Question 10

What power is granted by the Confiscation of Alcohol (Young Persons) Act 1997?

Answer 10

The power to confiscate alcohol and request name and address from under 18s drinking in a relevant place.

This is in place to address nuisance caused by young persons consuming alcohol.

Question 11

What is the offence under section 1(3) of the Confiscation of Alcohol (Young Persons) Act 1997?

Answer 11

• Failing to comply with the request to surrender alcohol
• Failing to state details

This reinforces the authority of law enforcement in managing underage drinking.

Question 12

What is the purpose of the Power of Entry (POE) under section 179?

Answer 12

To check licensable activities.

This allows authorities to ensure compliance with licensing laws.

Question 13

What does section 180 of the Licensing Act 2003 allow?

Answer 13

To enter and search regarding offences.

This section provides law enforcement with the authority to investigate potential violations.

Question 14

True or False: Reasonable force may be used to enter under section 179 and section 180 of the Licensing Act 2003.

Answer 14

True

This provision ensures that officers can gain access when necessary to enforce the law.