Underage Consumption?
What exactly is the law about underage consumption in Minnesota. I am wondering because i have heard things about with parents you can, not sure if it is true though. But if it is what happens when both parents have passed away?
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Re: Underage Consumption?
I have a page on the topic of underage drinking and driving at http://www.mn-dwi.com/underage.html.
Minnesota Statutes Sec. 340A.503 says that it is a defense if the consumption was in the home with consent and in the presence of a parent or guardian. So if parents are dead, the guardian is in charge.
If you go to Google and type in "340A.503" it should take you right to that statute.
Re: Underage Consumption?
Persons under 21 are prohibited from consuming alcoholic beverages except when in parent-guardian's home, with their consent. Persons under 21 Consumption, Minn Stat � 340A.503, subd 1(a)(2). Drivers license revocation for underage drinking conviction, Minn Stat �171.173. Drivers license suspension for illegal purchase of alcohol or tobacco conviction, Minn Stat �171.171.
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