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BC Liquor Control and Licensing Act Flashcards

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  1. Which provincial body is responsible for administering liquor licensing in British Columbia?

    Answer: The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB)

    The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) is the provincial body responsible for administering liquor licensing and enforcement in BC.

  2. Under the BC Liquor Control and Licensing Act, what is the legal drinking age?

    Answer: 19 years old

    In British Columbia, the legal drinking age is 19 years old as established by the Liquor Control and Licensing Act.

  3. What type of licence is required for a restaurant that wants to serve liquor with meals?

    Answer: Food-primary licence

    A food-primary licence is required for restaurants where the primary purpose is serving food, and liquor service is secondary to the dining experience.

  4. What is the maximum penalty for serving liquor without a valid licence in BC?

    Answer: Up to $100,000 fine and/or up to 12 months imprisonment

    Under the BC Liquor Control and Licensing Act, operating without a valid licence can result in significant fines up to $100,000 and/or imprisonment for up to 12 months.

  5. Which of the following is NOT a type of liquor licence in BC?

    Answer: Entertainment-primary licence

    There is no 'entertainment-primary licence' category under BC liquor law. The main categories include food-primary, liquor-primary, manufacturer, and special event permits.

  6. Who can be held liable for violations of the Liquor Control and Licensing Act?

    Answer: The licensee, managers, and servers

    Under BC law, liability extends to the licensee, managers, and servers. All parties involved in the service chain can be held responsible for violations.

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