Private property only applies if you are in a fenced in yard. If you have no fence around your front yard, you are "technically" in public view. I know it's stupid but my neighbor across the street from me called the cops because me and my bro were drinking on the front porch. The cop explained it to me in detail. I did not get in any trouble. I was told to take it inside or outback.


"Persons under the age of 21 posessing alcohol are guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor and, upon conviction, face a fine of up to $2,500 and/or a year in jail and/or fifty hours of community service, and can lose their driver's license for up to a year."