MisdemeanorCalifornia · Business & Professions Code § 25662
Minor in Possession of Alcohol
Being under 21 and having alcohol in public.
Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.
What the prosecutor must prove
They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.
- 1You were under 21.
- 2You had alcohol.
- 3You were in a public place.
Possible punishment
$250 fine or 24–32 hours of community service.
