A private event is held at a licensed facility. The event organizer brings their own liquor, which is then served by the facility's ProServe certified staff under the facility's liquor license. During the event, a guest becomes heavily intoxicated and causes significant property damage. Who primarily bears the administrative liability for over-serving the intoxicated guest?

Question: A private event is held at a licensed facility. The event organizer brings their own liquor, which is then served by the facility's ProServe certified staff under the facility's liquor license. During the event, a guest becomes heavily intoxicated and causes significant property damage. Who primarily bears the administrative liability for over-serving the intoxicated guest?

Answer options:

• The event organizer, as they supplied the liquor and arranged the event. ✅ The facility's licensee, as their staff served the liquor under their license.
• The individual ProServe certified staff member who served the intoxicating beverages.
• Both the event organizer and the licensee share equal administrative liability.

Correct answer: The facility's licensee, as their staff served the liquor under their license.

Explanation: Under the AGLC Act, even if the liquor is supplied by an external party, the facility's licensee maintains primary administrative liability for all liquor served on their premises under their license. They are responsible for ensuring all AGLC regulations, including responsible service, are adhered to by their staff. While the staff member also bears responsibility, the licensee is ultimately accountable for the overall operation. The event organizer would not typically face administrative penalties from the AGLC in this scenario, as they are not licensed to serve.