Fining hosts of unruly parties works; ‘social host ordinance’ needed throughout Baltimore County

Imagine living in what you think is a quiet, residential neighborhood — and then suddenly your peace is interrupted by loud, late-night parties with excessive drinking that attract large crowds and lead to public drunkenness. In the morning, you may be greeted with vandalism or a young person passed out on the lawn. You can try talking to your neighbor, or, more likely, you can call the police.