New York Officials Say No to Underage Drinking at Concerts
There is no easy way to put a stop to substance abuse and young adult alcoholism. One method is enforcing underage drinking laws. Perhaps one of the most crucial prevention techniques is reducing access young people have to alcoholic beverages. Identification and carding programs nationwide have strict guidelines and consequences, ensuring that those selling alcohol are doing their part to prevent teens from getting drunk.
In New York, local news reports that during a concert series held in North Tonawanda, people underage could purchase alcohol despite a stringent identification and wristband policy in place. Officials revoked the sponsor’s alcohol permit. Revoking their permit means alcoholic beverages cannot be sold at the concert venue, but it doesn’t stop people from bringing it into the event. With three more concerts in the series, stores in the local area should take greater care and do their part to keep alcohol out of minors’ hands. If they don’t, hopefully law enforcement will be on hand to insist on compliance with the laws. Keeping young people sober and reducing the number who need alcohol rehab is not something to be taken lightly.
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