We've all heard tragic stories in the media about college kids who died while binge drinking, either from alcohol poisoning or from fatal injuries that occurred while they were drunk. Currently, multiple Penn State fraternity members are facing charges including...
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Underage DUI charge in Maryland? 3 things you need to know
After months of studying and exams, it is finally the end of the school year. Many will be moving back home for the summer, while others will stay in the area, focusing on working to save up money for the next academic year. If you are one of the students sticking...
Dangers of underage drinking increase this time of year
Drunk driving incidents involving teens have dropped by over 50 percent since 1991. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which reported that statistic, links it to the fact that fewer teens are getting drivers licenses as well as an overall decrease in...
Dangerous myths contribute to underage drinking
When teens and preteens consume alcohol, it can lead to serious problems, both in the short run and long run because their bodies and brains are still developing. For example, it can lead to learning problems. Further, research has shown that adults who began drinking...
A DUI can impact college admission and financial aid
When teens are convicted of DUI, they may encounter difficulty getting accepted at the college of their choice. It may all depend on how they handle it.One of the questions asked on college applications is whether a student has a history of any arrests or convictions....
A review of the law and designated drivers
Picking a designated driver is standard practice to drink and get home safe. Before the days of Lyft and Uber, it was often the only way to ensure that you got home safely. So, how does the law treat designated drivers? Are they subject to stricter rules? If so, what...
What rights do juveniles have in prison?
Criminal laws vary greatly from state to state but one universal truth is that juveniles are entitled to enhanced protections compared to adults. Juveniles are entitled to same protections as adults, such as the Eighth Amendment protection against cruel and unusual...
What is the impact of a DUI for an underage driver? Part 2
DUIs are felonies, plain and straightforward. A felony conviction stays on your record and 's hard to remove. They follow you around for the rest of your life. Yes, they even negatively impact teenagers. As discussed in a previous post, children are subject to a...
What is the impact of a DUI for an underage driver? Part 1
It is important to note that state laws vary wildly regarding minors and criminal punishment. What applies in one state may not apply in another. Therefore, this post seeks to discuss broad trends in criminal penalties for minors convicted of DUIs. Kids are bound to...
Minor in possession laws vary from state to state
Many states outlaw the possession of alcohol by minors. These minor in possession laws (MIP) differ from minor in consumption laws, which only prohibit underage drinking but not possession. This post will go over the variation among state laws regulating underage...