having a party at my house what are my liabilities concerning alcohol and my guests driving home.

Protect your guests when you serve alcohol at your home by creating a mandatory designated driver for each guest.

I have done this with my own gatherings and it really creates a good atmosphere for the party. You show your concern for the safety of everyone by doing this designated driver sign-out sheet.

As to whether you serve no alcohol, the concern for sober drivers is gone then, isn't it?

Check with a lawyer in your locale to discuss more of the details.

Good luck to you.

God bless.

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First, make sure that no one under 21 consumes alcohol at your house. This is a recipe for disaster.

Second, it is better to serve little or no alcohol and allow guests to bring their own and serve themselves.

Third it is a good idea to serve lots of food, finger food, appetizers, non alcoholic drinks and other items so there is not an obsession with always having a drink in one's hand.

Fourth, the idea of encouraging designated drivers is an excellent one.

Fifth, the bottom line is that you CAN be held liable if either (a) a minor is served one drop of alcohol or (b) a person who you know or you should know is intoxicated, is served alcohol and goes out and has an accident.

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