Prom Safety –
PROMise to be
Safe, Sober and Drug Free
Simple Tips for Parents
1. Know the Plans
- Who’s driving- to and from- Think twice about allowing your under-classman child to travel and party with upper-classmen.
- Who’s going- names and numbers- for children and parents.
- Where and when- dinner, dance and after party locations, sequence and contact info.
- Curfew- they really don’t need to stay out all night or until all hours.
- Touch base- text or quick calls to confirm all is well.
- NO PLAN CHANGES without your involvement.
- Wait up to happily hear all the fun stories.
2. After Party Safety
- NO ALCOHOL or other drugs.
- Location, supervision and time frames.
- If kids leave the party, they can’t return.
- Food and beverages available are provided, not brought in.
- If more than one party invitation is received, have your child pick one and avoid “party hopping”.
- Offer to help the hosts, or if you’re hosting, ask for help.
3. General Safe Practice
- Keep garage doors closed- “Garaging” is a common means for bolder teens to access alcohol.
- Keep alcohol and medications safely locked out of sight to reduce temptations and access.
Provide a Safety Net
- Talk candidly with your child about balancing safety and fun. Ask about their expectations and concerns.
- Provide an “out” for your teen. Be available to “rescue” them from unsafe circumstances – provide the ride or money for taxi.
- Communicate/network with other parents to assure shared expectations.
- Take stock of your alcohol and lock it up. Consider it “age appropriate cabinet latching”
Things to Know
Revised MIP Statute:
The Missouri Liquor Control Law (Chapter 311.325) states that if it can be shown that a minor has consumed alcohol, the minor can be charged with Minor in Possession (MIP). It is no longer necessary for possession of containers, open or otherwise, as a basis for arrest and legal BAC for minors is .02.
Local Curfew Laws
Throughout the Parkway region, it is unlawful for anyone under the age of 17 to be in a public or unsupervised place between the hours of 11 PM and 6 AM Sunday-Thursday and 12 Midnight to 6 AM Friday-Saturday, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Social Hosting Liability
The city of Chesterfield and the state of Missouri have laws that specifically prohibit adults allowing underage drinking on their property- wittingly or not. An adult’s absence, or ignorance of the alcohol provided, does not remove liability under these laws.
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Anonymous reports
Anonymous reports of suspicious activity or party plans can be made to your local police departments at the following numbers:
- Ballwin
- 636-227-9636
- Chesterfield
- 636-537-3000
- Creve Coeur
- 314-432-8000
- Des Peres
- 314-835-6200
- Manchester
- 636-227-9636
- Maryland Heights
- 314-298-8700
- St. Louis County P.D.
2nd Precinct - 314-567-9926
- St. Louis County P.D.
7th Precinct - 314-615-0700
- Town and Country
- 314-432-4696
- Valley Park
- 314-615-0700
- Winchester
- 314-615-0700