SB 194 Summary

• Increases civil damages from $1,000 to $1,500 for alcohol violations by minors on licensed premises, including licensee court costs and attorney fees.

• Increases civil penalty from $1,000 to $1,500 for persons 18 years or older who purchase or attempt to purchase alcohol for minors.

• Allows courts to require persons under 21 convicted of alcohol offenses to pay for and enroll in a juvenile alcohol safety action program if available in their community.

• Defines "juvenile alcohol safety action program" as programs developed by the Department of Health and Social Services, alternative approved alcohol education programs, or court-approved counseling.

• Establishes that identification cards issued to persons under 21 years of age expire 90 days after the person reaches 21 years of age.