Underage Drinking

Possession of Alcohol

If you’re under 21, here’s what happens the first time you are found in possession of alcohol.
Any amount of beer, wine or liquor will trigger the penalties.

• 30-day driver’s license suspension
• up to a $500 fine
• 8 to 12 hours of community service
• mandatory attendance in alcohol-awareness classes

A second or third offense can lead to suspension of your driver’s license for 90 to 180 days. If you’re 17 or older, you also can be fined as much as $2,000 and go to jail for up to 180 days for a third offense.