Tobacco compliance checks to run yearlong

Chippewa County retailers that sell tobacco products will be tested throughout the year for compliance with the state law that prohibits sales to people under age 18.
The Chippewa County Department of Public Health, in cooperation with local law enforcement, will be conducting the checks using a program called WI WINS. Trained 15-17 year olds will attempt to purchase tobacco products under adult supervision. Citations may be given to those who sell tobacco to the teens.
In 2009, six out of 69 Chippewa County retailers sold tobacco to minors during the WI WINS checks.

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