07/05/2024 - Underage Drinking Operation in Albany County

1 of 4 Licensees Make Sales to Underage Agents

The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) today announced the results of an underage compliance check on July 5th, 2024, in Albany County. SLA investigators working an underage agent conducted an underage-drinking operation visiting four licensed premises. In total, the underage agent was able to purchase alcohol at one of the businesses visited.

The business selling to minors was:

• Pine Hills Market
  504 Hudson Ave
  

The businesses refusing to sell to minors were:

• One Stop Convenience
  29 Northern Dr.
• Redmill Valuemart
  93 Troy Rd.
• Alashmali Mart Inc
  396 Central Ave.

Licensees charged by the SLA with underage sales face civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation, with fines starting from $2,500 to $4,000 for a first-time offense. Repeat offenders also face possible suspension or revocation of their licenses. In addition, employees or licensees who sell to minors can be arrested and charged with a misdemeanor. Persons under the age of 21 found to be using fake IDs or false documents with the intent of purchasing alcohol can be arrested and have their license revoked for a minimum of 90 days or up to one year. Undercover decoys work under the direct supervision of SLA Beverage Control Investigators.