The Authority (or in some circumstances a senior police officer) may make a short-term closure order (s.82) or, after a hearing, a long-term closure order (s.84) requiring the licensed premises to cease trading for a specified period. Failing to comply is an offence under s.82(6) or s.84(7) and is a category 1 demerit offence under the s.4 definition.
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Offence under s.82(6) (short-term) or s.84(7) (long-term); category 1 demerit offence; subsection-to-penalty mapping deferred to counsel.
Consequences are summarised from the underlying legislation. Specific penalties depend on the breach pattern, prior history, and the regulator's enforcement posture. Talk to a liquor and gaming lawyer for a definitive view of your venue's exposure.
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