06/23/2026
π Graduation Season Reminder: Know the Law π
As we celebrate graduation season and the accomplishments of our local students, the Crawford Police Department would like to remind parents, guardians, and residents about Orange Countyβs Social Host Law.
Working alongside our partners at the Orange County STOP DWI & Traffic Safety Program, we remain committed to educating our community about the dangers of underage drinking and impaired driving.
Since 2016, it has been illegal for a homeowner or any host 18 years of age or older to knowingly allow underage drinking at their home, gathering, or party, or to fail to take action to stop it once they become aware of it.
Penalties include:
βͺοΈ First Offense: $500 fine, completion of an alcohol awareness program, and/or up to 30 hours of community service.
βͺοΈ Second Offense: Unclassified misdemeanor punishable by a $1,000 fine, up to one year in jail, or both.
Graduation should be a time of celebration, achievement, and making memories that last a lifetime. We encourage parents and guardians to know the law, supervise gatherings responsibly, and help ensure our graduates arrive safely at their celebrationsβand home again.
Together, we can keep our roads safe and make this graduation season a successful one for everyone.