A licensee is found to have served liquor to a minor who subsequently leaves the establishment and is involved in a minor traffic incident without injury. The minor was questioned by police, who traced the liquor purchase back to the establishment. What specific type of liability is the licensee most directly facing from the AGLC in this scenario?

Question: A licensee is found to have served liquor to a minor who subsequently leaves the establishment and is involved in a minor traffic incident without injury. The minor was questioned by police, who traced the liquor purchase back to the establishment. What specific type of liability is the licensee most directly facing from the AGLC in this scenario?

Answer options:

• Civil liability for negligence.
• Criminal liability for illegal sales. ✅ Administrative liability for violating AGLC regulations.
• Vicarious liability for the minor's actions.

Correct answer: Administrative liability for violating AGLC regulations.

Explanation: Serving a minor is a direct violation of the AGLC Act and its regulations. This falls under administrative law, meaning the AGLC itself can levy penalties (fines, suspensions, license revocation) against the licensee for breaching their licensing conditions. Civil liability would involve the minor or others suing for damages, and criminal liability would typically involve charges laid by police for serious criminal offenses, which is not guaranteed by a 'minor traffic incident.' Vicarious liability refers to being held responsible for the actions of others, which isn't the primary AGLC charge in this case.