Effort to give immunity to minors in alcohol emergencies passes Senate

By Patricia Kilday Hart

"Underage drinkers seeking medical help in an emergency would receive immunity from minor-in-possession and consumption of alcohol charges under a bill passed Wednesday by the Texas Senate."

"The measure by Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin, seeks to encourage young adults to seek medical help, especially in the case of alcohol poisoning. Watson said young adults often are afraid they will find themselves charged with a crime for participating in underage drinking."

Full text article available at:
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/metropolitan/7530733.html