State Law In


  • What does state law say?

    Current state criminal statutes do not address social hosting. However, some communities may have local ordinances on social hosting that can include fines and other penalties.

  • Can the adult be sued?

    State law allows for civil liability when the consumer was under the legal age and the person who provided the alcohol knew or should have known the consumer was under age.

  • Are there liability limits to the amount of money the adult can be sued for?

    Maximum for non-economic damages is $250,000. Maximum for punitive damages is $250,000.