Teens & Alcohol

Know the Law

Understand the consequences of breaking alcohol laws as a minor.

Fake ID

If you are caught with a fake ID the penalty is a minimum $250 fine and/or 24-32 hours of community service, or a maximum $1,000 fine and/or six months in the county jail, PLUS…a one year suspension of your driver’s license. If you don’t have a license, you’ll have to wait an extra year to get one.

Attempting to Purchase Alcohol

If you attempt to purchase alcohol, the penalty is a maximum $100 fine and/or 24-32 hours of community service, PLUS…a one year suspension of your driver’s license. If you don’t have a license, you’ll have to wait an extra year to get one.

Possessing Alcohol

If you are caught in possession of alcohol, the penalty is a $250 fine and 24-32 hours of community service, PLUS…a one year suspension of your driver’s license. If you don’t have a license, you’ll have to wait an extra year to get one.

Purchasing Alcohol

If you purchase alcohol, the fine is $250 and/or 24-32 hours of community service, PLUS…a one year suspension of your driver’s license. If you don’t have a license, you’ll have to wait an extra year to get one. 

Zero Tolerance Law

If you’re under 21 years old and have even a sip of alcohol, and you are caught driving, you’ll get a 1 to 3 year suspension of your driver’s license.

Blood Alcohol Tests

Refusal to submit to a blood alcohol test is an admission of guilt to driving under the influence of alcohol. Plus…a one year suspension of your driver’s license.