On the first offense, the person would be issued a written warning. On the second offense, the person's parents or guardians would be notified and provided information about community services or groups offering education on substance use.
On a third or subsequent offense, the person would be referred to those community services or groups.
Specifically, the new legislation would make underage possession or consumption of alcohol or marijuana subject to a written warning on the first violation. Second violations would carry a written warning as well, along with information for those 18 and older about community services, including counseling. Those under 18 would also get a written warning, along with their parents or guardians being notified. Third violations carry similar consequences, but with a written referral — instead of just information — for community services.