A state lawmaker’s son is accused of purchasing alcohol for a teenager in Maury County.
Cliff Butt, 40, was charged with misdemeanor contributing to delinquency of a minor.
“He was 40 years old,” Maury County Sheriff Bucky Rowland said. “He’s old enough to know better, that’s for sure.
Butt was booked in the Maury County Jail on Thursday. He’s accused of buying alcohol for a student. The sheriff said that teenager then brought the alcohol to a post-prom party in late April.
“He was very forthcoming and willing to cooperate,” Rowland said.
The sheriff said at least 20 teens attended the party, many of whom attend Columbia Academy.
The school suspended several students for drinking alcohol, according to an incident report. But Rowland said a mother ultimately tipped off deputies to the situation.
“If we don’t protect our juveniles, who will?” Rowland asked. (continue reading)