We have all seen the signs that read, "Parents Who Host Lose The Most". So what does this actually mean? Simply stated don't be a host to underage drinking.
Help make alcohol less Attractive, less Available, less Affordable and less Acceptable. Knowing the 4 A's to preventing underage consumption can help students stay on the path to success!
The grass roots effort started in Ohio during 1998. Ohio was asked to look into underage drinking. What they found was alarming and decided to focus on house parties. What started back then is now found in 49 states!
Serving alcohol to any underage individual except your child is illegal. Alcohol consumption by youth presents an immediate hazard to both the child and the community. The goal is to deter the intentional purchasing, pouring, or providing alcohol for youth.
Prom is now over, but graduation is just around the corner. Many will be celebrating the end of high school and the start of something big, whether it be college, military, a career, or some other form of education. These celebrations do not need to include alcohol!
If an underage person can wait until they are 21 years old, they can reduce the likelihood of having problems with alcohol use as an adult by 70%. There can be civil and criminal liability for those who serve alcohol to minors. With so much at stake, it is clear "Those that host, lose the most".
What parents should know:
- As a parent, you cannot give alcohol to your teen’s friends under the age of 21 even in your own home, and even with their parent’s permission.
- You cannot knowingly allow a person under 21, other than your own child, to remain in your home or on your property while consuming or possessing alcohol.
- You could face a $500 fine and/or automatic jail time for serious bodily injury or death that is the result of your knowingly permitting or failing to take action.
- Others can sue you if you give alcohol to anyone under 21, and they, in turn hurt someone, hurt themselves or damage property.
- Officers can confiscate any alcohol, money or property used in committing an offense.
- Homeowner’s insurance coverage for property damage or bodily injury is in jeopardy.
- Refuse to supply alcohol to anyone under 21, and avoid easy access in your home or garage.
- Be at home, and awake when your teen has a party.
- Make sure that alcohol is not brought into your home, or property, by your teen’s friends.
- Talk to other parents about not providing alcohol at events your child will be attending.
- Create alcohol-free opportunities and activities in your home so teens will feel welcome.
- Report underage drinking to local law enforcement.
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