Locals urge not to break the law
“Those found breaking the law will be expected to pay a fine of R300.
Tsakane – Social customs and laws on drinking alcohol in public vary significantly around the world.
This was explained by Tsakane police spokesperson Sgt Lerato Mngomezulu, who says in Gauteng/Tsakane, being drunk or drinking in public is still a criminal offence and those found breaking the law will be arrested.
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“According to the Gauteng Liquor Act, Act 2/2003 Section 127(c), no person is permitted to be under the influence of alcohol in or near any public place, including any road, street, alley, park, market, shop, warehouse or public garage etc.
“Those found breaking the law will be expected to pay a fine of R300.
“According to the Gauteng Liquor Act, Act 2/2003 Section 127(d), no person may consume liquor in or near any public place as mentioned above as well as in a motor vehicle driven on a public road or parked in a public area. A fine of R300 will be issued if caught,” she explains.
Mngomezulu adds that in this context, ‘public’ refers to outdoor spaces such as roads, walkways or parks, or in a moving vehicle.
“We have noticed that drinking in public encourages the over-consumption of alcohol and binge drinking, rowdiness and violence.
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“As Tsakane SAPS, we propose that people should instead drink at private businesses, such as public houses, bars or clubs.
“Then a bartender may prevent over-consumption and rowdiness can be better controlled by the fact that one is sitting down and security or bouncers may be present.
“Alternatively, adults may drink at home.
“We are calling on citizens to abide by the law and do what is right and lawful,” she says.
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