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Law requires ID to buy alcohol at any age

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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana residents who want to buy alcohol at liquor stores, pharmacies or supermarkets will have to show a photo ID that proves their age starting July 1.

A new state law requires that any store selling alcohol check IDs or risk misdemeanor charges and fines.

Supporters say the new rule will help keep alcohol out of the hands of minors. But opponents including state Rep. Woody Burton say it goes too far.

Burton says the state should instead require grocery stores and big-box retailers to keep alcohol behind checkout aisles so that teens can’t get it without showing ID.

The law does not apply to restaurants, bars and other places where alcohol is consumed onsite.

 

Posted 6/7/2010 

 

 

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