Oklahoma's Cody's Law Urges Adults to Prevent Underage Drinking Amidst Prom Season
Barbara Cody initiated Cody's Law in Oklahoma, now known as the Social Host law, following the tragic death of her son Cody Ryan Greenhaw in 2004. The law holds adults accountable if underage drinking occurs at events they host. Tulsa County's recent survey reveals alarming statistics about alcohol access among minors.
The Stop DUI Task Force urges adults not to provide minors with alcohol, as it's both dangerous and illegal. Oklahoma's Social Host law reflects this concern, with first-time offenders facing fines up to $500. Tulsa County's youth survey paints a stark picture: 31.55% of 6th graders, 35.14% of 8th graders, 31.96% of 10th graders, and a worrying 47.14% of 12th graders report obtaining alcohol from adults aged 21 or older.
Oklahoma County Sheriff Eric Kirby stresses the importance of community collaboration to tackle this issue. As prom and graduation season approaches, with alcohol often present at celebrations, the need for vigilance and responsible adult behaviour is paramount.
Cody's Law, named in memory of Cody Ryan Greenhaw, serves as a reminder of the consequences of underage drinking. With prom and graduation season upon us, adults must take responsibility and prevent alcohol access to minors, as outlined in Oklahoma's Social Host law.
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