California Social Host Liability for Drunk Driving

Under California law:

• Generally no liability for serving adults
• Liability for serving minors (under 21)
• Civil Code §1714 protects hosts
• Focus on adult responsibility

However, certain circumstances may create liability.

Potential liability exists when:

• Host served alcohol to minors
• Host provided car to drunk person
• Host prevented someone from leaving
• Other negligent acts occurred