Washington MAST (Mandatory Alcohol Server Training) Practice Exam

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The criminal penalty for selling or serving alcohol to a minor is:

A warning for the first offense
Community service only
A small fine
A fine of up to $5000 and/or imprisonment for up to 1 year

The correct answer is: A fine of up to $5000 and/or imprisonment for up to 1 year

Selling or serving alcohol to a minor is a serious offense and as such, the punishment is also severe. Option A is incorrect because a warning is not an effective deterrent to prevent future offenses. Community service, option B, may also not be a strong enough punishment to discourage illegal sales or serving of alcohol to minors. Option C, a small fine, may not fully reflect the severity of the offense and may not be a significant deterrent. Option D, a fine of up to $5000 and/or imprisonment for up to 1 year, is the appropriate criminal penalty to ensure that individuals do not engage in this illegal behavior. Therefore, it is the best option out of the choices provided.