3.16Transporting or Possessing Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle by a Person Less Than 21 Years of Age

“A person who knowingly transfers title to a motor vehicle for the purpose of avoiding [MCL 257.624b] is responsible for a civil infraction and shall be ordered to pay a civil fine of not more than $100.00.” MCL 257.624b(4).

•Required Notice When Offender is a Juvenile

If the person who allegedly violated MCL 257.624b(1) is less than 18 years old, the law enforcement agency must notify the minor’s parent(s), guardian, or custodian if the name of the parent, guardian, or custodian is reasonably ascertainable. MCL 257.624b(5). This notice must be given within 48 hours after the agency determines that the person is less than 18 years old and may be given person, by telephone, or by first-class mail. Id.