Legal Question in Criminal Law in Kansas

Can a minor be held accountable for distributing to minors?

Can a person who is 19 be held responsible for contributing alcohol to other minors,even though he is not of age to buy..?


Asked on 5/11/00, 8:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Bonnie Selby Bonnie J. Selby, Attorney at Law

Re: Can a minor be held accountable for distributing to minors?

Yes, indeed. First, the KS legislature has enacted laws reflecting 0 tolerance for minor consumption of alcohol; second, "minor" describes those 18 or younger; a 19yr old has attained adult status.

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Answered on 7/03/00, 8:48 am


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