OK, so first off, I am going into my second semester of my adn program and I am 19 years old. I was at a party last night with my friend and there were about 70-80 people there.
A girl made me a drink and I decided to drink it. It was kind of strong but I drank it anyway.
There was a lot of marijuana so we decided to leave but our truck was boxed in by other vehicles. I told my friend to drive my truck and he agreed, but out of habit I got in the drivers seat. So we are waiting for some of the cars to leave so we can get out and then the cops show up.
One cop came up and said they were going to breathalyze everyone driving and just to sit tight. Then another cop came and asked me what I had to drink and I told him a cup of grape juice with a small amount of vodka a few hours ago.
He then told me he was going to breathalyze me and asked what my name was, how old I was, and who my parents were. I didn't see him write anything down, but it was dark so I don't really know what he did.
I blew a 0.02 and he told me I could go. He didn't breathalyze my friend. I AM INCREDIBLY PARANOID THAT I AM GOING TO GET AN UNDERAGE DRINKING TICKET IN THE MAIL.
I live in Mississippi and this is my first run in with law enforcement beside getting a ticket for running a stop sign. I personally think the officers were more concerned with what was going on inside than with me. I mentioned something about the marijuana to one cop and he just walked inside.
My question to anyone who has any knowledge about legal issues is, can I get a ticket in the mail?
Keep in mind that I was in my truck with tag number visible ... and if I do how will this affect my status in school and taking my boards? I live in Mississippi. Any input is appreciated, but I really don't need a lecture about this incident. I am a good kid, I never go anywhere or do anything besides study.
The OP changed their user name as someone mentioned earlier. Why do people do that? I really hate thinking there are actually people out there that create stories on public forums just for amusement. I wish I had that much time on my hands. Thank God passing gas doesn't require hands or time. Otherwise, I would be in real trouble.
There was one this summer that changed her name 3 times.
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Babies are my weakness. Ok, nice save! If that is your precious princess on your profile pic, wouldn't you want people telling her it is a bad idea to drink? I have three kids of my own and need more people against the things that will harm them. See where I am coming from? And people never know the effect of alcohol on their body until the damage has been done. Everyone tolerates it differently.
My daughter will know the possible consequences of her actions. As did the OP. She knows drinking under 21 is illegal. But she still drank.
My point is, telling some one what to do with their life isn't going to stop them if that's what they want to do.
Telling teenagers not to drink, to me, is almost beating a dead horse at this point.
My brother is her age, and I tell my mom all the time not to be naive in thinking he's not doing this or that with his friends. I remind her to just tell him to be safe, because it's when people become reckless and careless that some can get hurt.
We all can agree to disagree. I didn't reply to any of you for this very reason. Different generations have different views. [emoji111]ï¸
Specializes in progressive care. med surg. tele. LTC. psych..
Sage advice. One can only hope that when your own little bundle of joy gets older she can get advice from strangers on the internet about how to be "careful" and "safe" while breaking the law.
I'd much rather someone tell my daughter to be careful than to just tell her what she already knows.. I.e. "That's illegal". [emoji19]
My daughter will know the possible consequences of her actions. As did the OP. She knows drinking under 21 is illegal. But she still drank.
My point is, telling some one what to do with their life isn't going to stop them if that's what they want to do.
Telling teenagers not to drink, to me, is almost beating a dead horse at this point.
My brother is her age, and I tell my mom all the time not to be naive in thinking he's not doing this or that with his friends. I remind her to just tell him to be safe, because it's when people become reckless and careless that some can get hurt.
We all can agree to disagree. I didn't reply to any of you for this very reason. Different generations have different views. [emoji111]ï¸
Stop with the generational stuff. It's older than you think we are.
OP got flouncy because we didn't tell her what she wanted to hear.
I think that most people if not all who got behind a wheel after drinking thought they were being careful. I don't just tell my kids the effects of alcohol on the body, but I actually showed them a picture of a dear friend that was in the ICU after being struck by a drunk driver. Yes, pictures are powerful. Some of you will think that was harsh and they didn't need to see it. I also showed them pictures of hungry children in Africa so they will be more mindful when they are eating a warm cooked meal. Instead of sitting back and having that "they're gonna do it anyway" mentality, let's be more proactive in preventing the things that cause harm.
I think that most people if not all who got behind a wheel after drinking thought they were being careful. I don't just tell my kids the effects of alcohol on the body, but I actually showed them a picture of a dear friend that was in the ICU after being struck by a drunk driver. Yes, pictures are powerful. Some of you will think that was harsh and they didn't need to see it. I also showed them pictures of hungry children in Africa so they will be more mindful when they are eating a warm cooked meal. Instead of sitting back and having that "they're gonna do it anyway" mentality, let's be more proactive in preventing the things that cause harm.
SADD has been beat into kids today since the day they were born. While OP did not commit a major crime she asked a question and got snippy when she got truthful answers. Calling one of my friends ignorant, when she is anything but. Nuh uh.
My daughter will know the possible consequences of her actions. As did the OP. She knows drinking under 21 is illegal. But she still drank.
My point is, telling some one what to do with their life isn't going to stop them if that's what they want to do.
Telling teenagers not to drink, to me, is almost beating a dead horse at this point.
My brother is her age, and I tell my mom all the time not to be naive in thinking he's not doing this or that with his friends. I remind her to just tell him to be safe, because it's when people become reckless and careless that some can get hurt.
We all can agree to disagree. I didn't reply to any of you for this very reason. Different generations have different views. [emoji111]ï¸
Yes, stop with the generational stuff. You have no idea. Underage drinking has been around since, uhm,let's see, there have been underage drinking laws. I can tell you stories from my generation of underage drinking. It is nothing new to the young people of today.
And, yes, I will sound like a parent here. The OP was asking about how much trouble she would be in and with regard to nursing. If someone wants to obtain a nursing license and to keep one, they need to not participate in activities that will put that at risk. She did that once, who can say it won't happen again?
Before you jump all over me, yes, my kids drank when they were underage as it is/was legal for them too while in their parents home. They listened to good old Mom and Dad's advice about staying away from parties and activities that would get them in to trouble. But then, we were the kind of parents who told our kids that if they were ever hauled off to jail, they will find themselves sitting there for a bit as we would not be right there to do it.
Well, I would double check your state. In my state, there is a limit drinking age. I wouldn't do it again. I would also never say that someone "made you drink." Unless they are pointing a gun at you, they are not making you drink. Unless they are giving you a drink and telling you it's only grape juice, then they are not making you drink.
My state's underage limit is 0.02 so you were literally right on the line. Next time, don't do it. You had your chance. I wouldn't count on being lucky again.
I just can't get over the whole "she gave me a drink/ it tasted strong/ I drank it anyway" part of the original posting. That doesn't inspire future nurse confidence. What a judgement call -- especially the whole possibility of a date rape drug, etc. You got mighty damn lucky.
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There was one this summer that changed her name 3 times.