ND SB2114

Individuals under twenty-one years of age are prohibited from manufacturing, purchasing, consuming, or possessing alcoholic beverages, except during religious services.

Minors cannot enter licensed premises where alcoholic beverages are sold or displayed, with exceptions for restaurants if accompanied by a parent or guardian, independent contractors on work assignments, law enforcement officers, and those entering for training or research purposes.

Violations constitute a class B misdemeanor and require mandatory sentencing to an evidence-based alcohol and drug education program operated by the department of human services.

Courts may refer violators to an outpatient addiction facility licensed by the department of human services for evaluation and counseling or treatment.

Individuals under twenty-one are immune from criminal prosecution if they contact law enforcement or emergency medical services to report another minor needing medical assistance due to alcohol consumption, with a maximum of five individuals per occurrence eligible for immunity.