The holiday season is right around the corner, and for a lot of people, that means planning seasonal festivities. During this time, it’s common for guests to take part in recreational drinking. As a host, you might be worried about your friends or family members getting behind the wheel and being charged with a DUI. Luckily, there are a few tips you can utilize to decrease this risk.

3 Ways to Prevent DUIs When Hosting a Holiday Party

1. Allow People to Spend the Night

When you send out the invitations for your holiday party, include a note that those who need to are welcome to spend the night if they drink too much. If your loved ones know ahead of time they have the option to stay if they’ve had too much alcohol, they’ll be far less likely to get behind the wheel.

2. Confirm Everyone Has a Ride

As part of the planning process, confirm with each attendee that they have a reliable way of getting home from the party. Each person should let you know if they plan on driving themselves because they won’t be drinking, if they have a designated driver to rely on, or if they plan on taking a taxi or using a ride-hailing service. If a guest is having trouble finding a ride home, offer to connect them with someone before the party starts.

3. Don’t Focus on Drinking

It’s normal to want to let loose and play drinking games to celebrate the holiday season. However, placing too much emphasis on alcohol may increase the chances of people partying beyond their limits. Instead, come up with other ways to get in the spirit of the season without relying on booze. For example, you can watch Christmas movies or plan a Secret Santa exchange.

Even with preventative actions, DUIs sometimes still happen. When they do, turn to Nichols, Speidel & Nichols in Batavia, OH. This reputable law firm has provided clients throughout Clermont County with top-quality counsel and representation since 1926. Call (513) 732-1420 to schedule a free initial consultation, and visit their website to learn more about their practice areas.