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The same bill has a provision allowing police to arrest people younger than 21 as minors in possession of alcohol if they are under the influence of alcohol. Previously, the possession law required the officer to see the minor with alcohol to make an arrest.
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I was floored to hear about this part of the law changing. From a Mizzou student's standpoint, I can tell you that THIS is what likely will be getting people in trouble. It's common knowledge that at all parties, even those held in houses on campus (no, they're not allowed... yes, they happen all the time), the way to get around getting in trouble when the police come is simply to set down your drink... because they can't and don't do anything unless you are SEEN in possession. Maybe the law changing will make people more responsible about obeying the rules or maybe they'll just get into more trouble... I guess that all remains to be seen...