Alameda Police Conduct Underage Tobacco Sales Sting Operation

Press release from the City of Alameda:

ALAMEDA, CA — After receiving complaints from residents regarding the sale of tobacco products and e-cigarettes to persons younger than 21 years of age, members of the Alameda Police Department conducted a sting operation. During this operation, an undercover person under the age of 21 went into several local businesses with the intent of purchasing tobacco-related products. While many businesses were in compliance, some were not and were issued citations.

We hope this serves as a reminder that it is illegal to sell or provide cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products to anyone under the age of 21. Don’t forget, proof of age is required when making these transactions.

Selling alcohol or tobacco to a minor is not only illegal, but it is irresponsible and harmful to the well-being of our youth.

We hope to find all local businesses in compliance during our next operation.

This press release was produced by the City of Alameda. The views expressed here are the author’s own.