A liquor store employee suspects a customer is attempting to purchase alcohol for a minor waiting outside. The customer uses a valid government-issued ID that clearly verifies they are of legal drinking age. What is the employee's obligation in this scenario?

Question: A liquor store employee suspects a customer is attempting to purchase alcohol for a minor waiting outside. The customer uses a valid government-issued ID that clearly verifies they are of legal drinking age. What is the employee's obligation in this scenario?

Answer options:

• Complete the sale, as the customer presented valid ID and the minor isn't directly purchasing. ✅ Refuse the sale, citing the suspicion of serving a minor by proxy, and document the incident.
• Sell the alcohol, but warn the customer about the penalties for providing alcohol to a minor.
• Request the minor to present their ID to confirm their age before completing the sale.

Correct answer: Refuse the sale, citing the suspicion of serving a minor by proxy, and document the incident.

Explanation: Even if the individual presenting ID is of legal drinking age, it is illegal to provide alcohol to a minor, and this includes selling to someone who is clearly acting as an agent for a minor. The employee has a legal and ethical obligation to refuse the sale. Options A and C are illegal and irresponsible. Option D is irrelevant as the minor is not directly purchasing, and the focus should be on preventing the indirect supply.