What evidence is required to convict a minor of underage drinking?
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What evidence is required to convict a minor of underage drinking?
The officer came to my apartment for a noise complaint. She observed beer cans through the window in a common area which belonged to my roommate who is of age. She informed us that we were only receiving a warning for the noise complaint, then left. Over 2 weeks later I received a citation for underage drinking in the mail.
Asked on November 10, 2011 under Criminal Law, Pennsylvania
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Proof enough to convict a minor of underage drinking is for law enforcement to actually find a minor with alcohol in his or her possession and alcohol within his or her system.
The evidence of such (a bottle or can) is typically confiscated and placed into evidence. From what you have written, there is not enough evidence to convict you of the charge by evidence beyond a reasonable doubt.
Good luck.
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