State Liquor Authority Conducts Underage Drinking Operation in New York City

The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) today announced the results of an underage sting operation conducted on October 21, 2022 in New York City.  SLA investigators, working with the NYPD 32^nd Precinct and an underage agent, conducted an underage-drinking operation visiting four licensed premises.  In total, the undercover agent was able to purchase alcohol at two of the four businesses visited.

The businesses alleged to have sold to a minor were:

• Yummy Foods Deli Corp.
  2400 7^th Ave, New York
• Moe Gourmet Deli Corp.
  2911 Frederick Douglas Blvd, New York

The businesses refusing to sell to a minor were:

• Naji Deli and Grocery Corp.
  2400 7^th Ave, New York
• Jude NY Inc.
  2391 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York

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, cancellations, 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 agents work under the direct supervision of SLA Beverage Control Investigators.