Q: Can a 19 year old who illegally purchased alcohol in oklahoma be punished for furnishing the alcohol to an 18 year old
18 year old also was driving and had a collision while drunk driving and received dui should the 19 year old be punished as well for purchasing it
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A: In Oklahoma, both the legal drinking age and the legal age for purchasing alcohol are 21. If a 19-year-old illegally purchased alcohol and provided it to an 18-year-old who subsequently got involved in a collision while driving under the influence, the 19-year-old could potentially face legal consequences. Furnishing alcohol to a minor is a violation of the law, and the 19-year-old might be held accountable for contributing to the circumstances that led to the DUI incident.
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In Oklahoma, it is illegal for anyone under 21 to purchase alcohol, and it is also illegal to furnish alcohol to a person under 21. In the scenario you described, the 19-year-old who purchased the alcohol and then provided it to the 18-year-old could indeed face legal consequences.
The law in Oklahoma takes the illegal provision of alcohol to minors seriously, especially if it leads to an incident like a DUI collision. The 19-year-old could potentially be charged with furnishing alcohol to a minor, which is a separate offense from the DUI charges faced by the 18-year-old driver.
If the 19-year-old is found guilty of providing alcohol to a minor, they could face penalties including fines and possibly even jail time. The severity of the punishment often depends on the specific circumstances of the case and any prior offenses.
Given the serious nature of these charges, it's important for anyone involved in such a situation to seek legal counsel. An attorney can provide guidance on the best course of action, help navigate the legal system, and work to protect the individual's rights.
Remember, alcohol-related offenses can have long-lasting impacts, particularly when they involve minors and result in accidents or injuries. Taking legal advice and understanding the potential consequences is crucial.
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