SPRINGFIELD - Not only will parents be breaking the law if they allow underage drinking in their residences or on their private property, a new state law that goes into effect Thursday will hold parents responsible if minors drink while aboard watercraft, mobile homes and campers.
Sponsored by State Sen. Pam Althoff, House Bill 4745 expands current law that makes it illegal for parents or guardians to allow underage drinking at a residence or other private property.
