California Minor in Possession (MIP) Class Online
California has strict minor in possession laws enforced across all 58 counties. Whether your citation is from Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Orange County, or any California jurisdiction, our online MIP class satisfies court-ordered education requirements.
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This online Minor in Possession (MIP) is recognized throughout the United States and satisfies court, legal, probation, parole, and employment requirements.
Our course instructor is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). View our Course Instructor's credentials and designations.
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Our Minor in Possession (MIP) is 100% online and self-paced, which allows you to start and stop at any time and as often as necessary to accommodate your schedule.
The course can also be taken on any device that has access to the Internet: desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. You can even start on one device and continue on another!
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If your certificate is not accepted for any reason, contact us and let us know. We will work with your court or officer to resolve it.
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Is This Distance Learning Program Acceptable in California?
In most cases, our online Minor in Possession (MIP) is accepted by courts, probation officers, and employers in California. However, in some cases the court or rules of a particular county may disallow distance learning. We recommend confirming with your specific court or probation officer before enrolling.
Your certificate is backed by a 100% Acceptance Guarantee. If your certificate is not accepted for any reason, we will work with your court or officer to resolve it. Simply contact us with written proof of decline.
California Minor in Possession Requirements
Under California Business and Professions Code §25662, possession of alcohol by a person under 21 is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $250 and community service. Courts may also order completion of an alcohol education program.
California Vehicle Code §23224 specifically addresses minors possessing alcohol in a vehicle, carrying enhanced penalties including impoundment and license suspension.
California juvenile courts and adult courts handling MIP cases routinely order alcohol awareness education as part of diversion programs or probation conditions. Our MIP class satisfies these educational mandates.
California Minor in Possession Laws
B&P §25662 — Minor in Possession
Misdemeanor. Fine of $250 for first offense, community service, and alcohol education commonly ordered.
VC §23224 — Minor Possessing Alcohol in Vehicle
Vehicle may be impounded for 30 days. License suspension for one year. Alcohol education required.
B&P §25658 — Furnishing Alcohol to Minor
Related statute. Courts may order education for the minor involved as well as the furnisher.
PC §647(f) — Public Intoxication (Minor)
Courts may order alcohol education for minors found publicly intoxicated.
California Minor in Possession (MIP) FAQs
What is the penalty for MIP in California?
First-offense MIP under B&P §25662 carries a $250 fine and community service. Courts commonly order alcohol awareness education. Possessing alcohol in a vehicle (VC §23224) carries enhanced penalties including potential license suspension.
Can an MIP be expunged in California?
Yes. After completing all court requirements including education, you may petition for expungement under PC §1203.4. Many first-time MIP offenses are eligible for diversion, meaning the charge may be dismissed entirely upon completion.
Is this distance learning program (online class) acceptable in my county?
Search for your county in California below. Counties in green accept our online Minor in Possession (MIP). If your county is not listed or specifically rejects distance learning providers, contact us for guidance.
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The Minor in Possession (MIP) has a number of different names but they all reference the same course requirement. If you have been instructed to take any one of the following courses then our online Minor in Possession (MIP) may satisfy that requirement:
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