All states have provisions that prohibit supplying alcohol to underage individuals. States punish these activities as criminal offenses, and anyone who knowingly supplies underage individuals with alcohol is committing a crime—except in a few limited circumstances provided by some state laws, such as in a home environment, or for medicinal purposes.
In Texas, it is illegal to knowingly provide alcohol to a person under the age of 21, with a few exceptions. This prohibition is outlined in the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, which makes it a criminal offense to supply alcohol to a minor. The offense is typically classified as a Class A misdemeanor, which can result in significant fines and possible jail time. However, Texas law does allow for certain exceptions where minors can legally consume alcohol. These exceptions include instances where the minor is in the visible presence of their adult parent, guardian, or spouse, or for medicinal or religious purposes. Despite these exceptions, the person supplying the alcohol must ensure that they are doing so in a legally permissible manner to avoid criminal liability.
