Careful planning and monitoring will naturally increase the chances that the party will be an enjoyable and problem-free event, but it will also reduce house or hall liability if problems nevertheless do occur. All Parties a. If alcoholic beverages are served, the state laws must be observed. These laws are outlined in section 4 below. Specifically, the sponsoring group or person must require proof of age and must either exclude all persons under the age of twenty-one or must not serve them alcohol.
Proof of age is required at the point where alcohol is served.
An adequate number of checkers must be available for all points of entry to the party. Although it is permissible to charge an entry fee at College parties, no alcohol may be sold. A reasonable closing hour should be determined beforehand and conscientiously observed. All parties must observe state fire code stipulations for maximum number of persons to be accommodated in a given room. Outdoor parties require especially careful planning because of their potential to be disturbing to neighbors and because of the difficulty in monitoring them for safety and liability.