Online Alcohol Class offers the most comprehensive Minor in Possession classes available in Montana. We offer Level 1 (8 hour), Level 2 (16 hour), and Level 3 (24 hour) online Minor in Possession and Minor in Consumption Courses.
Often students and parents call us to inquire about the MIP laws in Montana. As a courtesy, we've compiled the laws from every state and listed them below.
Please note that the Montana minor in possession laws shown on this page are meant to assist help you to understand your local Montana laws. While we have tried to show the most up-to-date version of Montana minor in possession laws, but we do not guarantee its accuracy. This web page is not a substitute for legal advice from a lawyer. It is in your best interest that you find an appropriate attorney for more information about Montana minor in possession laws.
| Class | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Hour MIP Class | $124 | Register Now |
| 8 Hour (Level 1) MIP Class | $149 | Register Now |
| 12 Hour MIP Class | $199 | Register Now |
| 16 Hour (Level 2) MIP Class | $249 | Register Now |
| 24 Hour (Level 3) MIP Class | $319 | Register Now |
Possession is prohibited WITH THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTION(S):
Notes: The parental exception to Montana's possession and consumption statute only applies to alcohol supplied and consumed in a "nonintoxicating quantity." In Montana, "intoxicating quantity" is defined as a quantity "sufficient to produce ... a blood, breath, or urine alcohol concentration in excess of 0.05 ... or substantial or visible mental or physical impairment." See Mont. Code Ann. §§ 16-6-305, 45-5-624.
Consumption is prohibited WITH THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTION(S):
Notes: The parental exception to Montana's possession and consumption statute only applies to alcohol supplied and consumed in a "nonintoxicating quantity." In Montana, "intoxicating quantity" is defined as a quantity "sufficient to produce ... a blood, breath, or urine alcohol concentration in excess of 0.05 ... or substantial or visible mental or physical impairment." See Mont. Code Ann. §§ 16-6-305, 45-5-624.
Internal possession is not explicitly prohibited.
Purchase is prohibited and there is NO ALLOWANCE for youth purchase for law enforcement purposes.
Furnishing is prohibited WITH THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTION(S):
Notes: The parental exception applies to the provision of alcohol in a “nonintoxicating quantity.” In Montana, "intoxicating quantity" is defined as a quantity "sufficient to produce ... a blood, breath, or urine alcohol concentration in excess of 0.05 ... or substantial or visible mental or physical impairment." See Mont. Code Ann. § 16-6-305.
Beer: 18 for both servers and bartenders
Wine: 18 for both servers and bartenders
Spirits: 18 for both servers and bartenders
Beer: 18
Wine: 18
Spirits: 18
Provision(s) targeting minors:
Provision(s) targeting suppliers:
Provision(s) targeting retailers:
BAC limit: 0.02 - a BAC level above the limit is per se (conclusive) evidence of a violation
Applies to drivers under age 21
Keg definition: not less than 7 gallons
Prohibited:
Purchaser information collected:
Warning information to purchaser: passive – no purchaser action required
Deposit: not required
Provisions do not specifically address disposable kegs
Type(s) of violation leading to driver's license suspension, revocation, or denial:
Use/lose penalties apply to minors under age 18
Authority to impose driver's license sanction
Length of suspension/revocation: 30 days
No State-imposed liability for hosting underage drinking parties