Businesses who sell alcohol might want to be particularly
vigilant about checking identification now. The Santa Clara County
Sheriff’s Office will join in the Alcohol Beverage Control’s
program,
”
Decoy Shoulder Tap,
”
designed to reduce youth access to alcohol.
Santa Clara County – Businesses who sell alcohol might want to be particularly vigilant about checking identification now. The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office will join in the Alcohol Beverage Control’s program, “Decoy Shoulder Tap,” designed to reduce youth access to alcohol.
The program, which began this month and will continue through June, uses decoys who try to purchase alcohol. Target businesses are chosen at random, but if the Sheriff’s Office receives a tip about a business that sells to minors, the business will be targeted. Deputies will also focus on business with previous violations.
If caught selling alcohol to minors, owners face criminal action as well as punitive action by Alcohol Beverage Control, which could include a fine and suspension or revocation of the business’ license.
Participation in the Decoy Shoulder Tap program is funded by an ABC grant that the Sheriff’s Office has received for the second year.
Anyone who would like to report a business that sells alcohol to minors may contact 808-4435.
