Don't Get Caught Out: Age-Restricted Sales in Convenience Stores

Dont Get Caught Out Age Restricted Sales in Convenience Stores

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When it comes to age-restricted products like alcohol and tobacco, a single slip-up can have serious consequences. Fines, license suspensions, even store closures... ouch! Let's ensure you know the rules and how to stay on the right side of the law.

The Basics

• ID, Every Time: No guessing! If the customer looks under 27 (or a different age limit in your area), always ask for a valid, government-issued ID.
• Know Your Products: Not just alcohol and tobacco fall into this category. Be aware of other age-restricted items, like e-cigarettes or lottery tickets.
• No Excuses: "They seemed old enough" or "My friend sold it to them" won't cut it. You are responsible for every age-restricted sale.
• Proxy Sales = Trouble: Selling to someone giving the restricted product to a minor is illegal, even if you didn't see the minor directly.

Key Takeaways

1. Company Policy is Your Guide: Ensure you know your store's specific procedures for handling age-restricted sales.
2. When in Doubt, Don't Sell: Refusing a sale is better than facing potential legal trouble or, worse, harming a minor.
3. Training Matters: Regularly refresh your knowledge on age-restricted sale laws and procedures.

Think About This...

Are you 100% confident in handling age-restricted sales? Is it worth risking your job, store, or customer well-being over a single sale?