The purpose of this article is to address the issue that the unregulated
possession of alcoholic liquor by persons under the age of 21is detrimental
to the general welfare, health and safety of the residents of the Town of
Farmington, and especially its youth.
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR
Shall have the same meaning as the same term is defined in Title
30, Section 30-1 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
HOST
To organize a gathering of two or more persons or to allow the premises
under one's control to be used with one's knowledge for a gathering of two
or more persons for personal, social or business interaction.
MINOR
The same meaning as the same term is defined in Title 30, Section
30-1 of the Connecticut General Statutes.
No minor shall possess any container of alcoholic liquors, whether opened
or unopened, within the Town of Farmington, except when accompanied by or
in the presence of his or her parent, guardian or spouse who has attained
the age of 21. This restriction shall apply to both public and private property.
[Amended 6-25-2002]
No person shall host an event or gathering at which the person knows
or reasonably believes that alcoholic liquor will be consumed by or dispensed
to any minor unless said minor is accompanied by or in the presence of his
or her parent, guardian, or spouse who has attained the age of 21. This restriction
shall apply to any event or gathering within the Town of Farmington, whether
conducted on public or private property.