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This law provides a legal basis for holding adults responsible for knowingly allowing parties for individuals under the age of 21 to occur at a place under their control, whether or not they provide the alcohol.
Also known as “Dram Shop Liability,” social host liability laws vary widely from state to state, but 43 states have them on the books. Most of these laws also offer an injured person, such as the victim of a drunk driver, a method to sue the person who served the alcohol.
The New York State Social Host Law holds hosts liable for any accidents or injuries that occur as a result of alcohol consumption at their gatherings. Whether it's a drunk driving incident or personal injury, hosts can face legal repercussions if they fail to exercise their responsibilities.
A "Social Host" is anyone who knowingly hosts parties where minors are provided alcohol or marijuana on property that adults own, lease or otherwise control. A Social Host ordinance assigns responsibility to those who knew or should have known minors were consuming alcohol or marijuana on their property.
New York Social Host Liability Law Gen. Oblig. Law § 11-100 (2024), applies to any person who provides alcoholic beverages to an underage drinker, meaning a person younger than 21 years old. There's no liability under this law for providing alcohol to a person who's legally old enough to drink.
All referrals should be made to the Department of Health Services, Division of Services for Children with Special Needs by calling the dedicated referral line (631) 853-3100, or by fax (631) 853-2310.
