California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Certification Practice Exam

Which of the following best defines public intoxication?

1. Consuming alcohol in a private space

2. Being drunk in public and posing a safety risk

3. Drinking alcohol on licensed premises

4. Having a blood alcohol content below the legal limit in a public area

The correct answer is: Being drunk in public and posing a safety risk

Public intoxication refers to the act of being visibly drunk or under the influence of alcohol or drugs in a public place. This can include displaying aggressive or erratic behavior and posing a risk to oneself or others. Option A is incorrect because consuming alcohol in a private space would not necessarily be considered public intoxication. Option C is incorrect because drinking alcohol on licensed premises, such as a bar or restaurant, would not necessarily be considered public intoxication unless the individual is displaying behaviors that pose a safety risk. Option D is incorrect because having a blood alcohol content below the legal limit does not necessarily mean an individual is not intoxicated and therefore not at risk of causing harm to themselves or others.