In no situation may a bartender or liquor store clerk sell alcohol to anyone under the age of 21, period.
If the clerk knowingly does so, the establishment will be fined by the government, and the clerk will be arrested.
This is a state by state law. In Texas only with the minor's parent may a minor possess or consume alcohol. That minor must be the child of the adult or the adult is subject to be charged with providing alcohol to a minor, a Class A Misd. However, after the child consumes the alcohol the child would need to stay at home or with their parent until the detection of any amount of alcohol is not possible as consumption of an alcoholic beverage is a TABC offense and the minor can be cited or arrested for having the alcohol on their breath even though they are not intoxicated.
It is illegal to sell alcohol to a minor in almost all circumstances. Selling alcohol to a minor is a criminal offense and can result in fines and other legal consequences.
The answer you're looking for is -> If their parents are present
An adjudicated minor is a minor who has gone through a legal process where a court has made a decision about their status or situation. Depending on the specific circumstances, an adjudicated minor may or may not have custody of themselves. It would ultimately depend on the court's decision and any legal guardianship arrangements in place.
The rights of a minor child in a deceased parent's estate depend on state laws and the parent's will. Typically, minor children are entitled to inherit from their deceased parent's estate, either through intestate succession laws or as specified in the parent's will. A guardian or trustee is often appointed to manage the inheritance on behalf of the minor child until they reach the age of majority. Consulting with a legal professional would help determine the specific rights of the minor child in this situation.
In Ohio, a 17-year-old is considered a minor and would need parental consent to move out legally. If the minor has a child, they would still require parental consent or approval from a court to be considered emancipated. It is advisable to seek legal counsel to understand the options available in this situation.
In Arkansas, a 17-year-old is considered a minor and would typically need parental consent to move out and get their own place. However, if the minor is pregnant, they may be considered emancipated due to being pregnant or a parent, but this would need to be legally confirmed. It is recommended to seek legal advice in this situation.
In the state of Texas, a minor has limited legal options to move out of their parent's home without their consent. If the parent is not fulfilling their responsibilities, the minor or a concerned adult can report the situation to Child Protective Services or seek help from a legal guardian or family court to explore other options for the minor's care. Moving in with an older step-sibling would require the consent of the legal guardian or the court.
The answer you're looking for is -> If their parents are present
Yes but ONLY if there is an adult over the age of 21 monitoring them. Preferably the parents or legal guardians. The person who purchased the alcohol and allowed the minor to have it and left them unattended would be contributing to the delinquency of a minor, which is against the law.
It's highly unlikely that authorities would intervene in such a situation unless the adult sibling placed the minor in a situation which could jeopardize said minor's welfare. The legal definition of "harboring a runaway" would not apply in such circumstances as long as the parent(s) were made aware of the minor's whereabouts.
I would assume no
When they are no longer a minor. Which would be when they turn 18 in Florida.
The alcohol would be confiscated. You would be reported to your parents.
Yes, it is legal for a minor to sit in most bars in Ohio with a SOBER parent or a legal guardian. However, the establishment does NOT have to allow a minor in. If the establishment makes a "no one under 18" rule, it is legal for them to refuse entry to minors regardless of who is accompanying the minor.
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No, minors have no legal "standing" in their own custody matters. Their input is sometimes asked and listened to, but the court is the final decision-maker. The Grandparents can petition the court for your custody, but they would have to be prepared to demonstrate why their custody would be better for your situation than what you currently have.
An unlawful transaction with a minor in the third degree refers to the knowing sale or transfer of a minor of alcohol. If a minor would have a false identification, then the seller would be found not guilty as the seller would not have knowingly made the transaction.
Yes. Minors are not supposed to be in possession of, or consume alcohol, You are the adult and would be held responsible for all the actions for yourself and for the minors. Big legal expense and headaches will come your way. The accuser has the burden of proof. There must be evidence, who will be able to prove the answer to the issue. If their minor child was drunk and said you gave them the alcohol you will have to disprove this accusation yourself. Accusations by minors are considered serious and are not taken lightly.
An adjudicated minor is a minor who has gone through a legal process where a court has made a decision about their status or situation. Depending on the specific circumstances, an adjudicated minor may or may not have custody of themselves. It would ultimately depend on the court's decision and any legal guardianship arrangements in place.