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 Missouri, it is illegal to supply alcohol to individuals under the age of 21, as this is the legal drinking age. This prohibition is enforced under Missouri's alcohol laws, which criminalize the act of providing alcohol to minors. Violating these laws can result in criminal charges, fines, and potentially jail time. However, Missouri law does allow for some exceptions. For example, a parent or guardian is permitted to provide alcohol to their underage child or ward within their own home and for religious ceremonies. Additionally, alcohol may be provided to minors for medicinal purposes if it is administered by a parent, guardian, or someone with a prescription. Despite these exceptions, the general rule remains that supplying alcohol to underage individuals outside of these specific circumstances is a criminal offense in Missouri.