NSP conducts compliance checks in Dawson County, some failed

COZAD, Neb. -- Nebraska State Patrol did alcohol compliance checks in Dawson County.

The alcohol compliance checks included convenience stores, grocery stores, restaurants, liquor stores, and bars.

Officials said this project was supported in whole or part by grant #93.959 under the SAMHSA Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, Region II Human Services, and the Nebraska DHHS Division of Behavioral Health.

NSP said in total, 12 businesses were checked. Four of those businesses sold alcohol to a minor for a non-compliance rate of 33%. Only one business didn’t check the minor’s ID.

Officials said the businesses that failed the inspections were: Casey’s #2734, Cozad; Kwik Stop #27, Cozad;  Red Barn, Elwood; and Dollar Fresh, Lexington.

NSP said businesses that sell alcohol to a minor are referred to the Nebraska Liquor Control Commission. Clerks who sell alcohol to a minor are cited for procuring alcohol for a minor.