North Carolina Underage Drinking Laws

As in every other state, the legal drinking age in North Carolina is 21. Anyone who is found to be under the age of 21 and in the possession of alcohol can be arrested by a police officer for underage possession. If that person is found to be driving as well, he/she will face an additional charge of underage DUI.

Should you be found to be in possession of alcohol or drugs, you could face court costs and fines, as well as imprisonment. It is also illegal to help an underage person purchase alcohol or buy it for them. Anyone who is found to be supplying someone under the age of 21 with alcohol can also receive fines and court costs, as well as imprisonment.

Finally, you can also be criminally punished if you are carrying and/or using a fake ID to purchase alcohol or enter a drinking establishment. The conclusion: wait until you are 21 to drink legally, never drink and drive, and don't purchase alcohol for a minor if you do not want to get into trouble.

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