Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

Re: taking keys from drunk customer

NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.

Bar owners can take keys from a drunk customer. Not only that, but they have been sued for failing to do so in some jurisdictions.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: taking keys from drunk customer

Interesting question. I would think you would want to make sure that they are really too drunk to drive and try to keep them from getting too mad because you did serve them that much and they could sue you for false imprisonment. Maybe someone here is more familiar with this issue, but there may be a statute that protects you somewhat. Let me know if you want me to do some research on this.