under age drinking
what is the usual punishment for a minor that has been charged with underaged consumption of alcohol?
Asked on 1/12/01, 4:15 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
J. Michael Mullis
J. Michael Mullis, Attorney at Law
Re: under age drinking
In Georgia, there is no usual punishment. If this is a first conviction with no operation of a vehicle involved, the maximum sentence is six months in jail and/or a $300 fine. In most instances, there is no incarceration on a first offense.
If the minor was also in operation of a vehicle, there can also be a driver's license suspension.
Mike Mullis
www.duiguy.com
Answered on 1/28/01, 7:51 pm