Parents that allow underage drinking in their homes can be liable for alcohol related injuries and deaths. Under San Diego Social Host Laws, parents, homeowners, landlords and others can be held liable under the law for harm caused by underage drinking. Can parents be sued?

Can Parents and Adults Be Sued for Providing Alcohol to Teenagers?



California's Social Host Liability

Suing Parents for teen alcohol deaths / injuries

Under California's Social Host Laws parents and adults can be found legally responsible for deaths and/or injuries caused by teenage drinking in California.

Under traditional California law, it was very difficult to hold a parent or adult legally responsible for serving alcohol to teens. The tide has turned. California cities and counties have started a tidal wave, that can best be described as, "We are MADD and we aren't going to take this anymore."

The recent San Diego County Social Host Ordinances target the location in which underage drinking takes place.

Parents who break these laws could be charged for medical bills and property damage and could be sued for emotional pain and suffering. The damages in these cases can easily exceed millions of dollars.


The Turley Law Firm understands that you have questions about your rights and safety, and are probably concerned about a loved one or teen that has been injured in an alchohol related event. We are committed to fighting to get you the justice you deserve, and maybe help you regain your peace of mind in the process. Contact The Turley Law Firm today to discuss your case with a Social Host Liability lawyer in San Diego.




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