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 Alabama, 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. Alabama law specifically prohibits the sale, furnishing, or giving of alcohol to a minor. There are very few exceptions to this rule in Alabama, and they do not include general home environment allowances. However, Alabama does have an exception for instances involving parental or guardian consent for the minor to consume alcohol, such as in a private residence or for religious ceremonies. Violating these laws can result in misdemeanor or felony charges, depending on the circumstances, including fines and potential jail time.