Episode 7: Alcohol, Liability & the Law of Hosting Responsibly
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You planned the perfect party. But what happens when someone leaves your house drunk — and things go sideways?
In this episode, lawyer and legal translator Brooke Hardie breaks down the real laws around hosting adults and minors when alcohol is involved. From the "reasonable person" standard to social host liability, Brooke explains when you could be held responsible, financially or criminally, for what happens after guests leave your home.
Spoiler: if teens are involved, the stakes are much, much higher.
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⏱️Chapters
01:36 Adults at Your Party: Are You Liable If They Drive Drunk?
02:13 The Reasonable Person Standard Explained
03:21 A Story: Meet Dave (What NOT to Do as a Host)
05:03 Adult Hosting Checklist — Practical Tips
05:35 Minors & Alcohol: A Completely Different Legal Universe
06:48 Criminal Penalties for Furnishing Alcohol to Minors
08:06 What If You Didn't Serve It — But Knew It Was There?
09:15 Real Cases: Jody Turney & the $2 Million Civil Judgment
11:52 Practical Tips for Hosting Teens Responsibly
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