Protecting JMU Students From Underage Drinking Charges
When you are in college, it seems as though there are rule breakers everywhere you look. Siblings, upperclassmen and fake IDS make it easy for anyone to have access to alcohol before they are 21. However, students who drink before they are 21 can pay steep consequences if they are caught and charged with underage possession.
If you were arrested for underage possession, you need to work with a lawyer who can give you the aggressive defense you need. At Eldridge, Elledge, Evans & Harding, PLC, our four attorneys bring a fresh perspective to every case. We know students drink before they are 21, but we can build a strong defense to prevent the charges from affecting the rest of your life.
We represent college students at James Madison University and underage clients throughout Harrisonburg, Virginia. Contact us online or call 540-432-6290 to schedule your free initial consultation.
Challenging Underage Possession Charges
House parties, fraternities and sororities can be a great place to meet people and have fun. They are also a common place for underage students to gain easy access to alcohol. If you were caught drinking, we can build a strong defense by challenging the elements leading to the arrest:
- Did the police officer have a reason to stop you and ask questions?
- Were your constitutional rights violated during the arrest?
- Did the police officer prove you were in possession of alcohol, or was it an assumption?
In most situations where officers arrest students at a house party, they were called to the scene to manage a noise complaint or crowd control. However, when they see students drinking they may assume they are underage and begin questioning them without reason.
We work with JMU students to fight underage possession charges. If you were arrested, schedule your free initial consultation by contacting us online or by calling 540-432-6290. We can work with you to protect your criminal record.
