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Secondary Supply of Alcohol |
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Answer 1. Parents may supply
alcohol to their own children at private locations (e.g. at home).
However, a penalty of up to $11,000 applies for each instance of
another minor (person under 18 years of age) being supplied alcohol,
even at a private location. Question 2. If a coach of an under 18 sporting team supplies alcohol at an after game function to members of the team, what penalties apply?
Answer 2. A penalty of up to $11,000 applies for each instance of a person under 18 being supplied alcohol. If the incident occurs in a public place, penalties also apply to the minors for possession of alcohol in a public place. --------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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Question 3. Does it make a difference whether alcohol is sold or given to people under 18 years?
Answer 3. There is no difference. Maximum of $11,000 applies; 'Supply Means Supply'. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Question 4. Is it illegal for a person who is under 18 to supply alcohol to another person who is also under 18?
Answer 4. Yes. Maximum penalty = $11,000 times the number of individuals to whom the alcohol is supplied. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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