What Happens If I’m Caught Giving Alcohol To A Minor
It’s no secret that most people drink alcohol before they turn 21. But that doesn’t mean the police just let every person slide. There are serious consequences to those who supply alcohol to minors, and this can definitely include parents, depending on the state law (some states allow minors to drink as long as they’re supervised by their parents). And depending on the circumstance, the charges can be either a misdemeanor or worse, a felony. Here are the penalties:
- Jail time – generally a few months to a year for misdemeanors and a few years for a felony.
- Fines – misdemeanors will ask for a few thousand dollars whereas felonies can be tens of thousands.
- Liquor license, permit revoked or suspended – businesses (restaurants, liquor stores) or organizations may lose their right t...