Sale & Supply of Alcohol - Alcohol Offences in Public Places

Question 1

Identify when an offence has been committed on public transport.

Answer 1

Alcohol Offences on public transport

• Any person
• Drinks, supplies, offers to supply, has in possession for the consumption therein
• Alcohol
• On any public transport

Question 2

Outline the powers of seizure of alcohol.

Answer 2

The power to seize alcohol and its container comes from section 45 of the Summary Offences Act 1981

Question 3

Outline the steps you must follow to deal with these offences under section 38.

Answer 3

• Identify what offence is being committed
• Request name and address
• If supplied warn, AION or summons, seize alcohol
• If not supplied warn liable to be arrested
• If refused arrest and seize alcohol

Question 4

Identify the exceptions when a minor may possess or consume alcohol in a public place.

Answer 4

• A minor may possess or consume alcohol when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian

Question 5

Identify when a minor in a public place has committed an offence.

Answer 5

Minor Drinking in a public place
- Minor
- Drinks
- Alcohol
- In a public place
- While not accompanied by parent or guardian
Minor in possession of alcohol for consumption
- A minor
- Has in his possession for the consumption of
- Alcohol
- In a public place
- While not accompanied by a parent or guardian