All states have provisions that prohibit supplying alcohol to underage individuals. States punish these activities as criminal offenses, and anyone who knowingly supplies underage individuals with alcohol is committing a crime—except in a few limited circumstances provided by some state laws, such as in a home environment, or for medicinal purposes.
In Arkansas, it is illegal to supply alcohol to individuals under the age of 21, with the state enforcing this prohibition through criminal penalties. This is in line with the National Minimum Drinking Age Act of 1984, which effectively set the minimum legal drinking age to 21 across the United States. Arkansas law does allow for certain exceptions where minors may legally consume alcohol, such as for religious ceremonies or when furnished by a parent or guardian in a private residence. However, outside of these specific exceptions, anyone who knowingly provides alcohol to a minor is committing a criminal offense and can face charges that may result in fines, community service, or even jail time depending on the circumstances and severity of the violation.