Contact police on 131 444, in person at your local police station, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 to report groups drinking in public areas, people consuming alcohol on unlicensed premises without the consent of the owner or authority in control of those premises or for any other crimes related to alcohol.
Contact the Department of Health Tobacco Control Branch to report unlawful sales of cigarettes to juveniles.
Public and unlicensed premises
Show moreIt is an offence in Western Australia for people to drink in public, such as on the street, park or beach and carries a penalty of $200 infringement or maximum $2,000 fine.
It is illegal for people to consume alcohol on unlicensed premises (e.g. a council hall) without the consent of the owner or authority in control of those premises.
Alcohol and juveniles
Show moreIt is an offence for anyone to supply juveniles (under 18 years) with alcohol in a private setting without parental or guardian permission and carries a maximum fine of $10,000.
It is an offence for juveniles to possess liquor in a public place and carries a penalty of $200 infringement or maximum $2,000 fine.
Drink and drug driving
Show moreVisit the drink and drug driving page for more information.
Report criminal activity or suspicious behaviour anonymously
Show moreYou can help make your community safer by reporting criminal activity or suspicious behaviour through Crime Stoppers.
You can use the online form or call 1800 333 000.
You do not need to provide your name if you wish to remain anonymous.
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