Eight package stores in Vernon may face penalties following compliance checks by the state Department of Consumer Protection and Vernon police officers, DCP announced.
Of 16 stories visited by a trained 17-year-old buyer, eight sold alcohol to the minor, according to DCP.
“Fifty percent compliance is really disappointing and should be seen as a wake-up call for permit holders to be more vigilant,” DCP Commissioner William Rubenstein said in a statement.
The eight stores, which face the potential for license suspensions and other penalties, are Riley’s Liquor, On the Way Convenience Store, 7-Eleven Food Store, CV Mart, Lafayette Wine & Liquors, Vernon Circle, Harry’s Fine Wine & Liquor and Rockville Discount Liquor.
