California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Alcohol Practice Exam

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According to California law, who can be charged with a misdemeanor for providing alcohol to a person under 21?

Only the server
Only the licensee
Anyone, including the server, the licensee, or another customer
Only the person under 21

The correct answer is: Anyone, including the server, the licensee, or another customer

The correct answer reflects that California law holds a broad standard for liability regarding the provision of alcohol to individuals under the legal drinking age of 21. Under this law, responsibility does not rest solely on the server or the licensee; rather, it extends to anyone in the establishment. This means that not only the person who actively serves the alcohol but also the business owner or anyone else—including patrons—can be charged if they provide alcohol to someone under age. This provision emphasizes a community standard where all individuals present in a social or licensed setting share in the responsibility of adhering to legal age restrictions for alcohol consumption. This can dissuade underage drinking and create an environment where everyone is aware of and accountable for compliance with alcohol laws. The law defines these actions as misdemeanors, which serve as a warning for those who might consider violating age restrictions and highlight the serious implications of engaging in such behavior.