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 Delaware, it is illegal to provide 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. Delaware law does have exceptions to this rule, such as allowing minors to consume alcohol for religious or medical purposes, or in private settings under parental supervision. However, outside of these specific exceptions, supplying alcohol to minors is a criminal offense that can result in fines, community service, and even imprisonment. It is important for individuals in Delaware to be aware of these laws and the potential legal consequences of violating them.