Sophie Carson
It's a classic Wisconsin scene that sometimes surprises out-of-state visitors: kids hanging out with their parents in bars.
In this state, a person under 21 years old can enter an establishment serving alcohol if they're accompanied by a parent, guardian or spouse who's of legal drinking age.
But there's a bit more to the law. Here's what you need to know about Wisconsin law on underage patrons in places that sell alcohol:
Can kids and young adults under age 21 be in Wisconsin bars?
Yes, people under 21 can enter a bar or tavern with parents, guardians or spouses of legal drinking age, but it's up to the establishment and the holder of the alcohol license, according to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
Someone under 21 could also go into a number of other establishments with alcohol licenses, such as a restaurant, axe-throwing facility, golf course or club house, movie theater, painting studio, ski chalet or stadium.
Can kids and young adults under age 21 drink in Wisconsin bars?
Yes, people under 21 also can drink alcohol if they're with parents, guardians or spouses of legal drinking age, and if the establishment allows it.
Wisconsin isn't the only state to allow it. Many other states have similar laws, according to American Addiction Centers.
What are the fines for illegal underage drinking in Wisconsin?
Those who illegally allow underage patrons into the bar may face fines of up to $500. The underage person entering the bar unaccompanied could also face a fine of $250 to $500. Then there are additional fines for selling alcohol illegally to underage individuals, with increasing amounts, based on the number of offenses.
I grew up in bars. Until I was old enough to stay home alone, my parents took me with them. I still remember the telephone number to George's Bar. I never drank in a bar as a child, though.
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