Where do they get the alcohol?

Underagers obtain alcohol from a variety of sources.

Some underagers have false identification, either from an older sibling or manufactured with computer software. Others are allowed to drink in the privacy of their home with their parents' permission. Most, however, rely on older friends or acquaintances to get beer or liquor.

"These kids have no problem getting liquor because they have the money," City Court Judge Joyce Perszyk said. "They have to buy it somewhere. Somebody is buying it for them."

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