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Legal Responsibilities and Compliance Flashcards

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  1. Under Ontario law, is it legal to allow a patron to bring their own alcohol to a licensed establishment?

    Answer: No, bringing outside alcohol into a licensed establishment is illegal

    It is illegal for patrons to bring their own alcohol ('BYOB') into a licensed establishment; all alcohol consumed must be purchased from the licensed establishment.

  2. What is the legal obligation of a server who suspects a patron intends to drive while intoxicated?

    Answer: Alert management and take reasonable steps to prevent the patron from driving, such as offering alternative transport

    Servers must alert management and take reasonable steps to prevent an intoxicated patron from driving, which may include arranging alternative transportation or calling police.

  3. Can a licensed establishment be held liable for injuries caused by a patron who was over-served and later caused a car accident?

    Answer: Yes, under civil liability laws the establishment can be sued for damages resulting from over-service

    Ontario civil courts have held licensed establishments liable for damages when negligent over-service was a contributing factor in a patron causing injury after leaving the venue.

  4. What must a licensee ensure regarding staff knowledge of the LLCA?

    Answer: Staff must be aware of key provisions relevant to their role and trained to comply with them

    Licensees are responsible for ensuring that all staff understand the relevant provisions of the LLCA that apply to their role in serving or handling alcohol.

  5. What does the AGCO have the authority to do if a licensed establishment repeatedly violates the LLCA?

    Answer: Suspend or revoke the establishment's liquor licence

    The AGCO has the authority to suspend or permanently revoke a liquor licence for repeated or serious violations of the LLCA.

  6. What is a 'responsible service policy' and why should establishments have one?

    Answer: A written set of procedures guiding staff on how to serve alcohol responsibly, refuse service, and handle intoxicated patrons

    A responsible service policy provides clear guidance to staff and demonstrates the establishment's commitment to compliance, which can also provide legal protection.