How much is a ticket for drinking on the beach in Malibu?

And when they do, it is often the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department they call. “We have zero tolerance,” said Sheriff's Sgt. Marty Dailey. Deputies will write about 45 citations--typically costing $50 apiece--at Malibu-area beaches on an average weekend day, and hundreds more on a big holiday.



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Alcohol - The consumption of alcohol on any beach in Malibu is strictly prohibited. Violation of this law is a misdemeanor. A No Tolerance policy for alcohol on Malibu beaches has resulted in a decrease in alcohol-related accidents on Pacific Coast Highway, as well as a decrease in alcohol-related water rescues.

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You may not bring alcohol on shore in day use areas. Alcohol is also permitted in your registered campsite.

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Well, luckily, there are a handful of beaches in Southern California where you can do just that and not get in trouble for it (unless you start causing problems). Doheny State Beach, Paradise Cove, and Carmel Beach are among the very few that allow boozy fun with your sand and surf.

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Santa Monica is a city, filled with shops, cafes, restaurants, bars, and lots of people all about (think Brighton on a sunny day). Malibu is a laid back, locals only, small town - not much to see except to take pictures at the Pier and watch surfers - enjoy the 27 miles of Malibu coastline on your drive up to SB.

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