Monroe County, GA – Three vape stores in Monroe County were cited for allegedly selling vaping products to minors following a countywide compliance check by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office on January 8, 2025.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, investigators inspected four vape shops after receiving multiple community complaints about underage sales. Of the four businesses inspected, three failed the compliance check and were cited for unlawful sales of vaping products to minors.
In addition to the vape store inspections, deputies also conducted spot checks at several convenience stores and liquor stores across Monroe County. Investigators reported that all convenience and liquor stores were in full compliance with state law, with no violations related to underage sales found.
Sheriff’s officials said the operation is part of ongoing enforcement efforts to protect minors and ensure businesses adhere to Georgia state and local regulations. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that additional compliance checks will continue throughout 2025 to monitor retail practices involving age-restricted products.
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