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Addictions France Demands Random Inspections after 86% of Supermarkets Sold Alcohol to Minors

Only 8% of tested outlets asked for IDs to verify age, prompting calls for fines of up to 10% of turnover

Une enquête menée par Addictions France et publié jeudi 3 juillet conclut que 9 supermarchés sur 10 vendent de l’alcool aux mineurs. (Photo d’illustration)
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Overview

  • In April and May, Addictions France sent minors accompanied by a bailiff to 90 stores in Nantes, Angers and Rennes and found 86% sold alcohol without age checks
  • Just 8% of outlets requested identity documents despite Article L.3342-1 of the Public Health Code mandating systematic proof of majority
  • The 2025 failure rate shows only a marginal improvement from 93% non-compliance in a similar 2021 operation, highlighting persistent enforcement gaps
  • Thirty-seven judicial procedures stemming from 2023–2024 venue tests remain pending, with first hearings not set until December 9, 2025, underscoring prosecution delays
  • The group recommends systematic random state inspections, graduated fines tied to turnover and license suspensions after repeat violations with cases heard within six weeks