Title
Approval of Ordinance Amending Olympia Municipal Code (OMC) Chapter 9.44 by Adopting the Crime of Minor in Possession or Consumption of Alcohol, Supplying Liquor to Minor, and Minor Exhibiting the Effects of Having Consumed Liquor Pursuant to RCW 66.44.270
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve on second reading the attached ordinance amending OMC Chapter 9.44 relating to Minors in Possession or Consumption of Alcohol, Supplying Liquor to Minors, and Minors Exhibiting the Effects of Having Consumed Liquor Pursuant to RCW 66.44.270.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the proposed ordinance.
Staff Contact:
Rocio D. Ferguson, Chief Prosecutor, 360.753.8449
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
Background and analysis have not changed from first to second reading.
Currently the OMC only prohibits possession, consumption, and acquisition of alcohol by minors. However, if a minor is intoxicated but a police officer is unable to establish when and where consumption occurred or does not establish possession of alcohol, enforcement action may not be permitted. Adoption of RCW 66.44.270 will provide law enforcement better tools for early intervention and enforcement.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
There is an inherent interest in protecting minors from the effects and consequences of intoxication.
Options:
1. Approve the proposed ordinance.
2. Direct staff to modify the proposed ordinance.
3. Do not approve the proposed ordinance.
Financial Impact:
None.
Attachments:
Proposed ordinance
RCW 66.44.270