Decoy Shoulder Tap Operation
February 24, 2016 6:21 PM
Santa Monica, CA - On Monday, February 22, 2016, the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) conducted an undercover "Shoulder Tap" operation. Using a supervised, underage decoy, the enforcement team visited 4 alcohol retail establishments in the cCty of Santa Monica and made a total of 33 contacts. The decoy stood outside and solicited adult patrons to act as proxies and purchase alcohol on their behalf. No violations were encountered.
Decoy Shoulder Tap operations are geared towards adults who knowingly and willingly furnish alcoholic beverages to minors. The goal is to reduce substance abuse and enhance community welfare by limiting underage access to alcohol.
This project is part of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control’s Minor Decoy/Shoulder Tap Grant Project funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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