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(1) A person under the age of 21 years may not attempt to purchase, purchase or acquire alcoholic beverages, nor may a person under the age of 21 years personally possess alcoholic beverages while the person is operating a motor vehicle.

(2) Except when such minor is in a private residence accompanied by the parent or guardian of the minor and with such parent's or guardian's consent, a person under the age of 21 years may not have personal possession of alcoholic beverages.

(3) Violation of this section constitutes a violation.

(4) When a person violates this section, the court shall order that the person’s driving privileges and right to apply for driving privileges be suspended pursuant to ORS 809.260 and 809.280. The court notification made to the Department of Transportation under this paragraph may include a recommendation that the person be granted a hardship permit under ORS 807.240 if the person is otherwise eligible for the permit.

[Amd. Ord. No. 2000-45, Mar. 16, 2000; Amd. Ord. No. 2008-32, Feb. 21, 2008; Amd. Sec. 2, Ord. No. 2018-18, Feb. 15, 2018.]