Penalties for allowing unduly intoxicated patrons to obtain or consume alcohol
Under the Liquor Act 1992, it is an offence to sell or supply liquor to an unduly intoxicated person. It is also an offence to allow unduly intoxicated persons to consume liquor on licensed premises.
If you observe a customer is buying drinks for an unduly intoxicated friend, advise them it is against the law for them to supply that friend with alcohol. Friends who supply liquor to an unduly intoxicated person can face heavy fines, along with the licensee or staff for allowing it to happen.
The penalties listed below are current as at 1 July. The values change each year on this date.
Penalties for licensed venue staff and employers
| Offence | Penalty |
|---|---|
Supplying alcohol to an unduly intoxicated person | $80,650 for the licensee, permit holder or approved manager $12,904 for any other person |
Allowing the supply of alcohol to an unduly intoxicated person | |
Allowing an unduly intoxicated person to consume alcohol |
Read more about penalties for irresponsible service of alcohol.
Penalties for patrons
Penalties apply for the patron too, so by removing them from the premises you are doing them a favour!
| Offence | Penalty |
|---|---|
Drunk person on licensed premises | $4,032 |
Unduly intoxicated person refusing to leave a licensed premises | $8,065 |
Unduly intoxicated person attempting to enter a licensed premises after being refused entry |
Also consider...
- Download our 'Follow the law' posters and LCD images.
- Learn more about RSA training.
- Read about responsible service of gambling (RSG) training.
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- Last reviewed: 25 Jun 2019
- Last updated: 1 Jul 2024