Underage Drinking

The legal drinking age is 21, but teens, high schoolers, and college students often find themselves in situations were they make the choice to engage in underage drinking. For some the offense takes place at a party, during spring break, a weekend trip to the beach, or tailgating at the football game. Whatever the situation, being charged with underage drinking is no laughing matter. Being charged with underage drinking and driving is even worse.

Under 21 and Possessing, Purchasing, or Attempting to Purchase - What could happen:

• Fine
• Court Costs
• Jail Time
• Suspended License

These penalties also apply to anyone charged with using a fake ID to purchase alcohol, or anyone caught purchasing alcohol for a minor.

Under 21 and driving with any amount of alcohol in one's system is illegal in North Carolina. Driving while impaired and "open container" laws also apply to individuals under 21, though the courts may limit penalty for first offenders.

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