Underage Possession Lawyer Delaware

Sussex County Delaware Minor In Possession Lawyer

In Delaware, if you are under 21, and are caught with alcohol in your possession you can be arrested for underage possession of alcohol or, minor in possession. Being caught underage and intoxicated, trying to purchase alcohol or possessing alcohol is a crime that can have serious ramifications on your academic future, your driving privileges and your ability to get and keep a job.

If you have been caught with alcoholic beverages in your possession in Kent County Delaware or Sussex County Delaware please call Georgetown Minor In Possession Lawyer Ronald D. Phillips at 302 856 9860. Or, email Mr. Phillips here. With over 15 years competently and successfully handling Minor In Possession and Underage Possession cases in Delaware he has the skills and experience to represent you. Mr. Philips understands that you are a good person and made a mistake. He will convey that to the prosecution and help you to the best of his ability.

Exceptions To Underage Possession In Delaware

The state of Delaware has exceptions to underage possession laws. They are:

Possession or consumption of alcohol in connection with any religious service is legal

Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages given to you by members of immediate family within the confines of those family members homes is legal in Delaware.

Penalties For Underage Possession In Delaware

If you are arrested and convicted of a minor in possession charge in Delaware there are legal and financial consequences you will have to face. For a first offense MIP you will have you driving privileges suspended for 30 days unless you were drinking and driving. If you were drinking and driving the penalties are much more severe. If you do not have a drivers license in Delaware you will be fined $100.00 for the first offense. The fines increase with each subsequent offense.

Contact A Sussex County Minor In Possession Attorney

Working with a Delaware Minor In Possession Lawyer is a good idea regarding your case. Mr. Phillips will make sure your rights are protected every step of the way. Call Delaware Juvenile Defense Attorney Ronald D. Phillips at 302 856 9860. You can also email Mr. Phillips by clicking here. With over 15 years serving those charged with juvenile offenses in Delaware he will effectively defend your rights while attempting to keep the negative consequences of your pending charges to a minimum.

The Law Office of Ronald D. Phillips Jr. proudly serves those accused of juvenile crimes throughout Kent County, Delaware and Sussex County Delaware. Within these counties he serves all cities, towns and suburbs in including, but no limited to, Smyrna, Dover, Milford, Harrington, Kenton, Little Creek, Seaford, Georgetown, Millsboro, Milton, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, Ocean View, Laurel, Delmar and Dagsboro.