A licensee at a Sydney hotel is found to have repeatedly allowed intoxicated patrons to remain on the premises. Under the NSW Liquor Act 2007, which of the following best describes the potential consequence?

A licensee at a Sydney hotel is found to

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AThe only available penalty is a mandatory reduction in trading hours
BThe licensee may face substantial monetary penalties and risk licence suspension or cancellation
CThe licensee may receive a verbal warning from Liquor & Gaming NSW on the first occasion only
DThe licensee faces no personal liability; only the serving staff member is penalised

✓ Correct answer: B. The licensee may face substantial monetary penalties and risk licence suspension or cancellation Under the NSW Liquor Act 2007, licensees bear primary responsibility for harm-minimisation compliance and can face significant financial penalties, licence conditions, suspension, or cancellation for repeated breaches.

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