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Question: What is the maximum penalty for underage drinking?

Answer:

Arizona law (A.R.S. § 8-323) provides for the following penalties for a minor who purchases, possesses, or consumes, spirituous liquor:

 

1. Probation.

2. A juvenile court hearing.

3. Driving privileges suspended for 180 days.

4. Attendance at a counseling or education program.

5. A fine of up to $500.00.

6. Community service work.

7. If truancy is involved, a whole host of programs with parents.

8. With a prior record that indicates delinquency, a whole other host of headaches.

9. A stern talking to by the judge. (Don't laugh, an angry judge is a very scary thing.)

 

It appears that a judge can impose any combination of these things that she thinks is a good idea. Laws in other states are probably similar. The law about juveniles is never cut and dried.


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On 03/15/04
Abigail from CO said:
I got an MIP a couple a week ago and I haven't gone to court yet. I'm a little scared because I've never been to court, or in any type of trouble. I was just wondering how much trouble I can get in. It's my first offence and my breathalizer was only .01, but I just wanted to know whats going to happen at court.
On 02/12/04
Jenna from IL said:
Hello~I am doing a paper on DUIs for my driver ed class.My main point is that DUI penalties are not strong enough.Does anyone have any good sites where I can get good information on people who share my same opinion or any site on DUIs in Illinois? Thanx everyone and have a great Valentine's Day!
On 01/28/04
anothonie from CO said:
i was just caught in public while intoxicated, and i was wondering if they are going to make me wait until im 18 to get my license. i have to previous record so im not sure how all this works. ive also never been to court and i have to go on feb. 17. if someone could help me it would very helpfull. thank you
On 09/02/03
Ali from PA said:
You will get a fine of at least 500, you will get your liscense suspended, maybe probation, and to lessen your fine you may be able to take drug and alcohol classes.
On 06/08/03
ruben from AZ said:
can anyone give me any information on dui i got a dui and im only 18 i have not gone to court yet does any one know what they will give me
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