Smart Serve Ontario Ontario Liquor Laws 2

Question 1

Under Ontario law, who can be held liable if an intoxicated patron causes injury after leaving a licensed establishment?

Accepted Answer

The server, the licensee, and the establishment

Answer

Ontario law allows for liability to extend to the server, licensee, and establishment if they failed in their duty of care by over-serving an intoxicated patron who then causes harm.

Question 2

What is the 'last drink' rule in Ontario liquor liability?

Accepted Answer

The last establishment to serve a patron may bear greater liability

Answer

The 'last drink' rule means the last establishment to serve alcohol to a patron who subsequently causes harm may bear a disproportionately greater share of legal liability.

Question 3

Which of the following acts governs the sale and service of alcohol in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

Liquor Licence and Control Act, 2019

Answer

The Liquor Licence and Control Act, 2019 (LLCA) is the primary provincial legislation governing the sale, service, delivery, and consumption of alcohol in Ontario.

Question 4

What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers aged 21 and under in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

Zero (0.00%)

Answer

Ontario has a zero BAC requirement for drivers aged 21 and under as part of its graduated licensing program, meaning any detectable alcohol is a violation.

Question 5

How many pieces of identification can a server request to verify a patron's age in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

As many as they deem necessary

Answer

A server has the right to request as many pieces of identification as they feel necessary to verify a patron's age. There is no maximum limit, and if they are not satisfied, they may refuse service.

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Smart Serve Ontario Ontario Liquor Laws 2