What should be the punishment for a minor in possession alcohol charge?
Asked at Massachusetts Street on August 18, 2005
“They should have to clean the bathrooms and clean off the sidewalks in front of area bars.”
— Jill Rohde, homemaker, Lawrence
“If I was the cop, I would just call their parents and let them handle it.”
— Ashvin Coca, Kansas University sophomore, Lawrence
“Between 18 and 21, I think it's ridiculous. Under 18-year-olds should get community service for the first offense.”
— Laura Marconette, technology systems analyst, Olathe
“I would say for a first-time offense, a $100 fine would probably be enough.”
— Greg Ash, attorney, Lawrence