Offences and Defences under the Licensing Act 2003
If you are an owner of a business selling alcohol for consumption, you should know the offences that may be committed under the Licensing Act 2003 and any defences available for you. It is very important you know the law so that you do not commit any offences related to the sale of alcohol and your defences, if you believe you have complied with the statutory requirements.
Looked at the table of offences and defences provided by a local authority below.