Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Fla statute 856.015(2) Open House Parties

My son had a party. We arrived home, put the keg in the garage, started shutting it down and then the police arrived. In trying to protect my son, I was cited for "Open House Party". any advice ?


Asked on 2/21/00, 4:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Steven Casanova Steven G. Casanova, P.A.

Re: Fla statute 856.015(2) Open House Parties

There are various defenses that are available. First, did you have KNOWLEDGE that the party was going on? Second, did you know that alcohol was going to be served? Third, did you take reasonable steps to prevent the possession? Give these ideas a try.... GOOD LUCK

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Answered on 2/24/00, 4:15 pm


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