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A minor in Possession of Alcohol can result in a criminal misdemeanor charge. When the police believe they can prove a minor has consumed alcohol, the situation may worsen. If your child has been charged with a Minor Consumption or Possession Misdemeanor, it is a serious matter for minor and parent. Although a Minor Consumption or Possession Misdemeanor in Illinois is a lesser crime than a felony, no criminal charge should be taken lightly. Misdemeanors can result in heavy fines and more. Minor Consumption or Possession Misdemeanor convictions on your child’s record can also affect employment and other aspects of life. If your child already has a misdemeanor conviction on their record, the sentence for a subsequent offense will likely be more severe. Also a plea or finding of guilty, even if you receive court supervision, will result in the suspension of driving privileges. That is why it is always wise to consult with a criminal defense attorney regarding any minor consumption or possession misdemeanor charges in Illinois.
Harter & Schottland: Something More Aggressive
At Harter & Schottland, our attorneys have successfully defended clients against Minor Consumption or Possession Misdemeanor charges.
In Illinois, misdemeanor offenses are grouped by classes. Class A misdemeanors are punishable by a year in county jail, $2,500 in fines or both; Class B misdemeanors can be punished by a sentence of six months in jail and $1,500; Class C misdemeanors by 30 days in jail and a $500 fine.
We don't just hold your minor’s hand and plead them guilty. We fight the charge.
If your child has been charged with a Minor Consumption or Possession Misdemeanor, please contact our law firm as soon as possible for authoritative legal advice and effective representation. We offer a free case evaluation to advise you of your rights and options. Our attorneys will fight to win your case, protect your child’s rights and minimize the negative consequences both today and in the future.
Concerned about the effect of a Minor Consumption or Possession Misdemeanor on your child’s record? Contact us about record expungement.
From offices in Round Lake Beach, Waukegan and Woodstock, we represent clients throughout Northern Illinois, including the communities of Gurnee, Hainesville, Lake Zurich, Winthrop Harbor and Chicago.
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