ProServe Minors and Alcohol Laws Alberta 2

Question 1

What does 'secondary supply' of alcohol to minors mean?

Accepted Answer

When an adult purchases alcohol and then provides it to a minor

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Selling alcohol at a discounted price

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Selling alcohol at a second location

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Providing non-alcoholic beverages to minors

Question 2

What is the server's obligation if they notice an adult passing drinks to a minor in the establishment?

Accepted Answer

Immediately intervene, stop the alcohol from being given to the minor, and involve management

Answer

Ignore it as the adult purchased the drink legally

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Ask the minor to move to a different table

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Wait until the minor appears intoxicated

Question 3

What restrictions apply to minors in a Class B (lounge/bar) licensed premises?

Accepted Answer

Minors are generally not permitted in bar/lounge areas unless specific conditions are met, such as during meal hours with a parent

Answer

Minors are welcome at all times

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Minors can enter but must sit at the bar

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No restrictions apply to minors in lounges

Question 4

What should a server do if a minor is found consuming alcohol on the premises?

Accepted Answer

Immediately remove the alcohol, inform management, identify how the minor obtained the alcohol, and take corrective action

Answer

Take the drink away and continue as normal

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Ask the minor to finish their drink and leave

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Serve them food to absorb the alcohol

Question 5

Can a minor use a fake ID to enter a licensed premises without purchasing alcohol?

Accepted Answer

No, using a fake ID is illegal regardless of the purpose, and the minor can face charges for possessing or using fraudulent identification

Answer

Yes, if they do not buy drinks

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Only at restaurants

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Only if they are with an adult

Question 6

What is the establishment's liability if a minor is served alcohol and subsequently harmed?

Accepted Answer

The establishment can face significant civil liability, AGLC penalties, and potential criminal charges for serving a minor

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No liability as the minor was at fault

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Only the server is liable

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Liability is limited to the cost of the drink