SIR Minors and Alcohol BC

Question 1

Under BC law, what is the legal definition of a minor for purposes of alcohol service?

Accepted Answer

A person under 19 years old

Answer

A person under 16 years old

Answer

A person under 18 years old

Answer

A person under 21 years old

Question 2

Are minors allowed to enter food-primary licensed establishments in BC?

Accepted Answer

Yes, minors are generally permitted in food-primary establishments

Answer

No, minors are banned from all licensed establishments

Answer

Only if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian

Answer

Only during lunch hours

Question 3

What are the restrictions on minors in liquor-primary establishments in BC?

Accepted Answer

Minors are generally not permitted except in specific circumstances defined by licence conditions

Answer

No restrictions apply

Answer

Minors can enter at any time with a parent

Answer

Minors can enter but not sit at the bar

Question 4

What is the penalty for a minor who attempts to purchase alcohol using false identification in BC?

Accepted Answer

The minor can face fines and the false ID can be confiscated

Answer

No penalty

Answer

Only a verbal warning

Answer

The minor's parents are fined

Question 5

Can a parent or guardian legally purchase and provide alcohol to their minor child in a licensed establishment in BC?

Accepted Answer

No, it is illegal to serve alcohol to any minor in a licensed establishment regardless of parental consent

Answer

Yes, parents can always buy alcohol for their children

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Yes, but only with food

Answer

Yes, but only wine or beer

Question 6

What is 'secondary supply' of alcohol to minors?

Accepted Answer

When a legal-age person purchases and provides alcohol to a minor

Answer

The second drink served to a minor

Answer

A backup supply of alcohol behind the bar

Answer

A minor's second attempt to buy alcohol