California State Laws
Providing Alcohol to a Minor:
Misdemeanor
Fine: $2,700 and possible community service hours
Minor in Possession
Misdemeanor
1 year suspension of driver’s license
First Offense: $370 and possible community service hours
Second Offense: $470 and possible community service hours
Open Container
Municipal Code Violation
Fine: $132 and possible community service hours
Possession or Use of Fake ID
Misdemeanor
Fine: not to exceed $1,000, or one year in jail, may include both
1 year suspension of driver’s license
Public Intoxication:
Misdemeanor
Fine: $250 and possible community service hours
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) First Offense
Misdemeanor
Fine: $1,735 and possible community service hours
3 to 6 months Alcohol Education Program
46 to 98 hours in jail depending on BAC level
Suspension of driver’s license (Under 21= 1 year, Over 21= 4 months)