PC §604(A) - SALE OF ALCOHOL TO A MINOR W/ INJURIES
CLASS A MISDEMEANOR
(a) Definition
Sale of alcohol to a minor with injuries is the act of knowingly and intentionally selling, furnishing, or providing alcoholic beverages to an individual under the legal drinking age, resulting in physical harm or injuries to the minor.
Types of Injuries
(a) Injuries may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Bodily harm such as cuts, bruises, or abrasions.
Illness or poisoning resulting from alcohol consumption.
Mental or emotional distress caused by intoxication.
Types of Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic beverages may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Beer, ale, or malt liquor.
Wine, champagne, or fortified wine.
Distilled spirits, including whiskey, vodka, rum, gin, tequila, and liqueurs.
(b) Elements of the Offense
The following elements must be met to constitute sale of alcohol to a minor with injuries:
The defendant knowingly and intentionally sold, furnished, or provided alcoholic beverages to a minor.
The individual receiving the alcohol was under the legal drinking age as defined by applicable law.
The sale, furnishing, or provision of alcohol resulted in physical harm or injuries to the minor.
(c) Defenses
(a) It shall be a defense to a charge of sale of alcohol to a minor with injuries if the defendant can prove that they reasonably believed the individual receiving the alcohol was of legal drinking age, or if they can demonstrate that they were coerced, misled, or otherwise not acting of their own free will.
(b) Lack of evidence linking the defendant to the injuries suffered by the minor, lack of intent to harm the minor, or coercion or duress at the time of the sale may also serve as defenses if proven by the defendant.
(d) Aggravating Factors
Aggravating factors such as knowingly providing alcohol to minors who are visibly intoxicated, involvement in organized underage drinking activities, or prior convictions for similar offenses may result in enhanced penalties or additional charges as determined by the court.
Penalties
Penalties for assault charges can vary widely depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the offense. They may include:
JAIL TIME
100 SECONDS OF JAIL TIME.
BOND SET
$10,000.00
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