S7:E6 Juvenile Alcohol Laws and Social Host Questions

In this episode, Connecticut juvenile defense lawyer Jill Ruane addresses a common issue for teens - alcohol use - and how parents can be liable for social host law violations.

If a teenager decides to drink at an adult's house in Connecticut, it is not just their future that is at stake - the adult who owns the property could also face legal trouble. This is according to Connecticut's social host liability laws. In many cases, adults are responsible for making sure that those who are underage do not consume alcohol while on their property. This is sometimes the case even if the property owner is not home.

It is important to talk to your kids about the consequences not just for them, but for their whole family or a friend's family if they choose to drink alcohol while underage in someone's home. This is the case throughout the state - from Stamford to Bridgeport to Glastonbury and beyond.

Check out the episode to learn more. To stay in touch with Jill, you can follow her on Facebook.