Effects of Alcohol
What are 2 common effects alcohol can have on the brain and body?
Reduced coordination and impaired judgement
What is legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for most open license holders in QLD?
0.05
What is self-defence?
Using reasonable force to protect yourself.
What does RSA stand for?
Responsible Service of Alcohol
What is deterrence?
Discouraging people from committing offences through punishment.
Why does alcohol increase the risk of accidents and violence?
It slows reaction time and affects decision-making and self-control.
What offence occurs when a person intentionally applies force to another person without consent?
Assault
Can intoxication be used as a defence in QLD?
Yes - only if it is involuntary intoxication.
Is it legal to serve alcohol to an unduly intoxicated person?
No.
What does harm minimisation mean?
Reducing negative effects if alcohol and dangerous behaviour on individuals and society.
How can alcohol affects a person's ability to consent or make safe decisions?
Impair judgement, awareness and decision making, meaning the person is more vulnerable and unable to think clearly.
What is grievous bodily harm (GBH)?
A very serious injury that causes permanent injury, serious disfigurement or endangers life.
What does reasonable force mean when claiming self-defence?
Th force used must be proportionate to the threat faced.
What is secondary supply?
Supplying alcohol to a minor when you are not the responsible adult.
Name one stakeholder affected by the RSA laws?
Police, hospitality venues, delivery companies, young people, community
What is one social consequence of excessive alcohol consumption in Queensland?
Alcohol-related violence, road accidents, hospitalisation or domestic violence.
What is unlawful striking causing death?
The one-punch law
Under QLD law, who can provide alcohol to a minor in a private setting?
A responsible adult.
Why might hospitality venues struggle to enforce RSA laws?
Staff may face pressure from customers or businesses wanting to make profits.
Why is it important to include stakeholder viewpoints in a Legal Studies extended response?
To show how different groups are affected by the law.
Explain why Queensland law focuses on harm minimisation in relation to alcohol.
To reduce alcohol-related harm such as violence, accidents, injury and underage drinking to protect community safety.
What are 2 difference between manslaughter and murder?
Murder - Intent
Manslaughter - No intent
Parole - no judge discretion for murder, discretion for manslaughter
Why was the provocation defence limited in QLD in 2011?
It was criticised for excusing violence, especially in domestic violence and relationship breakdown cases.
Why are online alcohol deliveries creating concerns for RSA enforcement?
Because minors may access alcohol without proper ID checks or supervision.
Explain how drinking culture can make RSA laws difficult to enforce.
Heavy drinking may be socially accepted, making people less supportive of refusing service or restricting alcohol consumption.