What is a

Social Host Ordinance?


​A local law that prevents underage drinking and related consequences by holding the host of a gathering accountable for illegal underage drinking occurring at their homes or on their property.

​Similar to how a speeding ticket deters people from driving irresponsibly fast, a social host ordinance deters people from allowing or ignoring underage drinking. 

Social host ordinances make it easier for law enforcement to deter underage drinking by swiftly issuing fines when they are called to a gathering where underage drinking is occurring. 

Why Enact a Social Host Ordinance?

Simply put, to save lives. 

Reduce Harms

Binge drinking at house parties is causing serious injury, trauma, and harm to our youth.

Bright Futures

It is our duty to ensure that our youth strive to succeed rather than strive to survive their teenage years.​

Parents' Rights

No parent should have to worry about their child being supplied alcohol by another adult.
What will the Social Host Ordinance do?
  • Ensures a civil citation for anyone providing or allowing the environment of underage drinking on their property or rental premises.
  • Holds the person responsible who allows underage drinking to occur.
  • Changes the focus from underage drinker to adult provider.
  • Takes a stand to say it is not acceptable to host underage drinking parties.​
  • Imposes an affirmative duty on homeowners to prevent underage drinking from occurring.

Be Part of the Solution 

Join
 Join the Maui Coalition for Drug-Free Youth and make a difference in our community.
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Talk
Talk to your child about alcohol. 
Prevent
Take steps to prevent underage drinking at your home or celebration. 
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