May a minor be arrested for purchasing, consuming or possessing alcoholic beverages?
Any person under the age of 21 years who attempts to purchase any alcoholic beverage from a licensee, or the licensee's agent or employee, is guilty of an infraction. The penalty is a maximum $100. fine and/or 24-32 hours of community service. For a second or subsequent violation the penalty is a maximum $500. fine and/or 36-48 hours of community service. (Section 25658.5).