Social Host Ordinances

Underage drinking is an adult problem. It is a fact that the majority of underage youth get their alcohol from adult sources, such as older friends or relatives, strangers, stores etc. To combat the problem numerous cities throughout San Diego County have passed Social Host Ordinances. These Ordinances make it illegal for adults to provide alcohol to minors (other than their children) in their homes.

Please see below a list of Social Host Ordinances in San Diego County as well as additional resources. Click on the name to view.

• El Cajon

• Encinitas

• Escondido

• La Mesa

• Oceanside

• Poway

• San Diego City & Final Issue Briefing

• San Diego County

• Santee

• Solana Beach

Additional Resources

• Social Host PowerPoint Presentation (If you choose to open the presentation online, simply click on each slide with your mouse to advance the presentation.)