Alcohol Compliance Checks

Alcohol Compliance Checks (ACC) is a prevention program designed to reduce the number of retailers who sell alcohol to youth under the age of 21.  When covered by the media, ACC also reduces the perceived availability of alcohol and promote healthy community norms about its sale and consumption.

 

During an ACC, a team of adults, law enforcement officers, and underage youth

visit retail establishments where alcohol is sold (convenience stores, grocery stores,

liquor stores, restaurants, and bars).  At these establishments the youth attempt to

purchase alcohol. Retailers who sell are subject to administrative and criminal

penalties.

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