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 Virginia, it is illegal to supply alcohol to individuals under the age of 21, with the exception of certain limited circumstances. This prohibition is outlined in the Virginia Code, which specifies that any person who purchases for, provides, or otherwise furnishes alcohol to an underage person is committing a Class 1 misdemeanor. This can result in penalties including fines and potential jail time. However, Virginia law does allow for some exceptions, such as for religious purposes, within private residences with parental consent, or for health and medical reasons when prescribed by a licensed physician. Despite these exceptions, the general rule is that supplying alcohol to minors is a criminal offense in Virginia, and those found guilty can face serious legal consequences.