A teenager was recently charged with having a fake identification to purchase alcohol in Madison, New Jersey. The Independent Press reports that a 19-year-old man was arrested outside a liquor store after an officer stopped the teen to check his proof of age. The officer determined that the teenager had a fake ID and arrested him on suspicion of underage possession of alcohol and for having a false ID.
In New Jersey, people under the age of 21 who are found with alcohol may face a wide range of penalties. First-time offenders may not face severe punishment. However, if the individual becomes a repeat offender, the penalties can become quite severe. Minors in possession of alcohol in New Jersey could face fines from $200 to $400, three to 14 years of probation, and jail time. Illegal possession of alcohol is a common charge among New Jersey juveniles.
Having an experienced New Jersey juvenile crime defense attorney can make all the difference between entering an alcohol rehabilitation program and jail time. A skilled lawyer will make sure that a juvenile’s rights are protected at all times and that the penalties reflect a fair assessment of the situation.
The juvenile crime lawyers at Lependorf & Silverstein fight to have our clients’ charges dropped or lessened. If your child has been accused of underage drinking, underage possession, or underage DUI in New Jersey, please don’t hesitate to contact the experienced attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein by calling 609-240-0040. We always offer free consultations.
