A group of six patrons arrives at your establishment. Three appear to be under the legal drinking age, and the other three are clearly over 19. All six order alcoholic beverages. What is your most appropriate immediate action as per Ontario law?

Question: A group of six patrons arrives at your establishment. Three appear to be under the legal drinking age, and the other three are clearly over 19. All six order alcoholic beverages. What is your most appropriate immediate action as per Ontario law?

Answer options:

• Card only the patrons who appear underage, and if they are of legal age, serve all six.
• Refuse service of alcohol to all six patrons, as it is a mixed group that includes apparent minors. ✅ Card all six patrons to ensure no one is attempting to purchase alcohol for a minor.
• Serve the three patrons who appear over 19, and refuse service to the apparent minors.

Correct answer: Card all six patrons to ensure no one is attempting to purchase alcohol for a minor.

Explanation: When serving a group, if any individual appears underage, or if there's suspicion that alcohol might be shared with minors, a server must verify the age of all individuals who will be consuming or purchasing the alcohol, even those who appear of age. This prevents indirect supply to minors. Options A and D risk serving minors or facilitating alcohol for them. Option B is overly broad if some individuals are indeed of legal age and will not be sharing.