Tulsa County Cracks Down on Underage Drinking During Prom Season
Tulsa County, Oklahoma, is cracking down on underage drinking during prom and graduation season. The county's Social Host Law, also known as 'Cody's Law', holds adults accountable for underage drinking at events they host. First-time violations can result in fines up to $500, while repeat offenses can lead to felony convictions, up to five years in prison, and fines up to $2,500.
The Tulsa County Substance Abuse Prevention Program Collaborative, formed in 2023, aims to reduce the number of students obtaining alcohol from adults aged 21 or older. Oklahoma County Sheriff Eric Kirby stresses the importance of community collaboration to achieve this goal. The Stop DUI Task Force also encourages adults not to provide minors with alcohol.
Under the Social Host Law, if someone is injured or killed due to a violation, the offender can face felony charges, up to five years in prison, and a fine up to $2,500. The law has been in place since 2004, following the tragic death of Cody Ryan Greenhaw. Statistics show that in Tulsa County, a significant percentage of students in grades 6 to 12 have accessed alcohol from adults aged 21 or older.
With prom and graduation season underway, Tulsa County urges adults to be responsible and not host events where underage drinking is likely. The consequences for Social Host violations are severe, and the community is committed to reducing underage drinking through collaboration and awareness.
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