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Most underage drinkers get their alcohol from adults. In 2004 the†NH legislature passed a law (RSA 644:18) to hold "hosts" of parties responsible for the actions of underage participants. This law can be applied to any adult.
Under this Law
Host means a person who:
  • is at least 17 years old;
  • owns, rents, or has control of the site;
  • knows about the party; and
  • knows that persons under the age of 21 have a plan to drink alcohol or use drugs;
  • Party means:
  • five or more people under the age of 21 (not related to the host) are present; and
  • at least one person under the age of 21 has an alcoholic drink or an illegal drug.
  • To Stay Safe Under This Law
  • People whose properties may be the site of underage drinking or drug parties should:
  • tell local law enforcement officials as soon as possible;
  • take action to prevent the party; and/or
  • try to stop the party, if it has already started.
  • What can happen to ìhostsî?
  • Under this law, a person who hosts a party where minors drink alcohol or use drugs may be charged with a misdemeanor, fined up to $2,000 and spend a year in jail.
  • Exceptions:
  • The provisions of this section shall not apply to:
  • the use of alcoholic beverages at legally protected religious observances or activities, or
  • those persons using a controlled drug under a physicianís care where the use of the drug is consistent with the directions of a physician.
  • Section 179:5 Prohibited Sales to those under 21
  • Section 179:5-a Sale of Kegs of Malt Beverages Require Identification of Buyer
  • Section 179:10 Unlawful Possession and Intoxication by those under 21
  • You can be part of the solution
  • Call the NH Liquor Commissionís Bureau of Enforcement at 1-888-8-Over-21 (888-868-3721) to anonymously report underage alcohol violations such as sales to minors or upcoming parties. Partnering with law enforcement is a key strategy to reduce underage drinking in our communities

 
Last Modified: Apr 04, 2011