The Alcohol & Cannabis Youth Accountability Program is an alternative to juvenile court. Qualifying petty misdemeanor or misdemeanor alcohol and cannabis offenses include:
- Possession or consumption of alcohol — must not be the driver of a vehicle at the time of offense.
- Use, possession or transport of cannabis products.
- Possession of drug paraphernalia (under the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act).
How it works
The juvenile must:
- Complete an online chemical abuse awareness class.
- Payment is required to participate in the program.
All requirements of the program must be completed within 90 days from enrollment. Failure to do so may result in termination of the program and the filing of a citation or petition in juvenile court.
If the juvenile has already completed a Youth Accountability Program, failed to complete an earlier program or has another alcohol or cannabis related offense, they are not eligible for the program.
Program benefits
The juvenile will learn how to make healthy and responsible decisions about alcohol and drug use.
Have a better understanding of the consequences about the choices they make.
After the program is successfully completed, the case is closed and no further action will be taken.