A group of six patrons arrives at your licensed establishment at 11:30 PM. All appear to be exhibiting signs of intoxication, but they are not disorderly. Your establishment's liquor permit specifies a closing time of 1:00 AM. What is the most appropriate action according to Saskatchewan regulations?

Question: A group of six patrons arrives at your licensed establishment at 11:30 PM. All appear to be exhibiting signs of intoxication, but they are not disorderly. Your establishment's liquor permit specifies a closing time of 1:00 AM. What is the most appropriate action according to Saskatchewan regulations?

Answer options:

• Serve them only non-alcoholic beverages and food, explaining that alcohol service is unavailable for visibly intoxicated individuals. ✅ Refuse them entry and service immediately, citing their visible intoxication, and ask them to leave the premises.
• Allow them entry but inform them that they will not be served any alcoholic beverages due to their current state.
• Serve them alcoholic beverages but monitor them closely and refuse further service if their intoxication worsens.

Correct answer: Refuse them entry and service immediately, citing their visible intoxication, and ask them to leave the premises.

Explanation: According to the Saskatchewan Alcohol and Gaming Regulation Act, it is illegal to serve alcohol to, or to allow on the premises (if intoxicated), a person who appears to be intoxicated. Refusing entry and service immediately is the correct course of action to prevent further intoxication and potential liability. Options A and C are incorrect because allowing visibly intoxicated individuals onto the premises, even if not serving alcohol, can still create a disorderly environment and liability issues. Option D is illegal as serving alcohol to an already intoxicated person is a direct violation.