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Question: If a minor is caught with alcohol and the police officer writes down their name but does not take them to the police station, will this go on their record?

Answer: The police officer has several choices in this case. Sometimes a warning is given and nothing else is done. Sometimes the name is put on a 'field card' which is used to keep track of people who frequently cause problems. The officer might also choose to write a report about the incident and then give the report to juvenile court. If through juvenile court some type of consequences are given for the offense, the record will show the consequences and will also show the person's level of cooperation.


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On 04/19/04
Jayme from SD said:
WEll, first of all, how old are you? Are you over 18? If your are, you will probably get some jail time. I think it all depends on what you're in jail for and what you did to violate your probation. What do you mean by home invasion anyways? Like burglary??
On 04/19/04
jayme from SD said:
THe fine for an MIC in south dakota is $80. About 12 of my friends were camping this weekend and all but 3 of them got minors and their fine is $80 if that helps you??
On 04/19/04
jayme from SD said:
Were you able to prove that they gave it to you?
On 04/19/04
jayme from SD said:
There is no limit. YOu could have 1 beer around you, and get an MIP. Trust me...I learned the hard way. I know for sure about this, because i had to fight this in court. I had one beer with me, and they gave me an MIP and an MIC...just because i only had one with me didn't mean i wasn't drunk :)
On 04/19/04
jayme from SD said:
Like i said..you'll get an MIP if you even have beer around you and you weren't drinking!
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