Canton Police, Plymouth-Canton School Officials Team Up for Safe Graduation Season

In a cooperative effort between the Canton Police Department and the Plymouth Canton Educational Park staff, several end of the school year procedures are being implemented on the high school campus to ensure the safety of students and staff. 

“We would also like to remind residents that police officers will be utilizing a zero tolerance approach to minors consuming and/or being served alcoholic beverages at parties,” Special Service Lieutenant Deb Newsome said.

“There are adults who think it is acceptable to let minors consume alcohol if they stay on their property, but it is unlawful in Michigan, and the adult/property owner will be charged along with the minors,” Newsome added. 

In addition, the Canton Police Department has also notified area hotel owners of key dates throughout the graduation season, and reminded them that it is unlawful for persons under the age of 21 to consume alcoholic beverages on their property.

To avoid being charged, hotel owners are encouraged to adopt a “no room rental to persons under the age of twenty-one” policy, especially during prom and graduation season.

*Source: press release