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West Palm Beach police cite multiple businesses for selling alcohol to minors; fines imposed
Summary
Police alcohol compliance operations using underage confidential sources led to multiple findings of violations at downtown and Tamarind Avenue businesses. Magistrate issued one-time fines of $250–$500 depending on the offense count, typically payable within 30–60 days.
City police presented the results of coordinated alcohol compliance operations in which confidential underage sources attempted purchases at point-of-sale vendors. Officers said several establishments sold alcohol without checking valid identification.
Sergeant Timothy Cohen and Sergeant Colvin testified that confidential sources under age 21 were able to buy alcoholic beverages at a number of businesses across West Palm Beach. The cases included Tina's Markets (509 25th Street), which the city…
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