HSC 160 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Alcoholic Drink, Criminal Negligence, Zip Code
20 Jun 2019
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Injury is the leading cause of death among young people in the us and alcohol is the leading contributor to injury deaths. In the us, an estimated 5,000 individuals under age 21 die each year from injuries caused by underage drinking. Of that, about 2,900 deaths result from motor vehicle crashes. In all states, a person must be at least 21 years old to purchase alcohol legally. A minor is someone who has not reached legal age. Minors are considered driving under the influence (dui) if there"s any detectable alcohol in the minor"s system or if their bac is more than . 00. You should never serve or sell alcohol to someone intoxicated or underage. Suspension or loss of your license or permit. Minors commit an offense if they misrepresent their age to a person engaged in selling or serving alcohol beverages.
