Social hosting is providing and/or serving alcohol to a person who is under the age of 21. In Connecticut, it is illegal to host a party where alcohol is consumed by minors. Anyone under 21 is prohibited from possessing alcohol on public OR private property.
Who can be held responsible?
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Adults, including family members and friends, who serve or provide alcohol to an underage youth, anywhere on their property.
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Adults, including family members and friends, can be arrested if they allow under-age consumption to occur with their knowledge, even if they did not provide the alcohol.
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Parents and homeowners even if they are not on the premises and/or did not provide the alcohol.
What are some of the consequences?
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Individuals who knowingly permit minors to possess and/or consume alcohol may be fined, imprisoned, or both.
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Minors can be fined and driver’s license can be suspended for violating the law.
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You could be held civilly liable for injuries, alcohol poisoning, sexual assaults or deaths that occur.
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You could be charged for medical bills and property damage.
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Your homeowner’s insurance may increase.
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Someone could be injured or die!
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