What to do if marijuana and/or alcohol was given to a minor?
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What to do if marijuana and/or alcohol was given to a minor?
My 17 year old daughter went out of the house at midnight one night, exited unknown to us from a bathroom window. She came back at 5:30 am, technically “wasted” on pot and we suspect on alcohol as well. It was given to her by her older “female partner” who is a heavy drinker and alcohol user. This young woman took our daughter to a night of partying an “driving” around. What does the law says about this? Can we charge the young woman for giving (supplying) drugs and alcohol to a minor? Not to mention this young woman dmost likely driving under the influence? What can we do?
Asked on February 8, 2011 under Criminal Law, Texas
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
I would speak with an attorney on this matter. Your daughter is still technically a minor and you are still her guardians. But how are you going to prove that this all occurred without her testimony or cooperation, because I am pretty sure that she is not going to listen to you and rat o her female partner. You are only her parents and what do you really know? Sound familiar? Do you have other proof: witnesses, etc.? Had they been pulled over and arrested then you would have been golden but her I am not son sure. She is without a doubt contributing to the delinquency of a minor and breaking the law. Maybe ask about getting a restraining order. Good luck.
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