Legal Question in Criminal Law in Washington

Here's the set-up---a 50 yr old mother is living in the home of A & B. She allowed her 16yr old daughter to consume alcohol . No party, no driving. Miraculously, the police show up. Would A & B be in any way be liable for having this happen in the garage of house they are renting?


Asked on 8/30/09, 3:09 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Paul Ferris Law Office of Paul T. Ferris

RCW 66.44.270 ...

(2)(a) It is unlawful for any person under the age of twenty-one years to possess, consume, or otherwise acquire any liquor. A violation of this subsection is a gross misdemeanor punishable as provided for in chapter 9A.20 RCW.

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(3) Subsections (1) and (2)(a) of this section do not apply to liquor given or permitted to be given to a person under the age of twenty-one years by a parent or guardian and consumed in the presence of the parent or guardian.

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Answered on 9/04/09, 3:21 pm


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