LIBERAL, Kan. (KSNW) -- Liberal police say a sting operation led to 12 citations being issued at local businesses. The sting targets those selling alcohol and tobacco products to minors in Liberal. A total of 12 citations were issued to local businesses. Of those citations, five were for selli ng tobacco to a minor, six were for selling alcohol to a minor, and one was for a minor in possession of tobacco. In Kansas, selling alcohol or tobacco to a minor is a class B misdemeanor that carries a minimum fine of $200. Kansas high school basketball scores from Wednesday’s state games The fine for a child in possession of alcohol or tobacco can range from $25 to $200, along with additional penalties like community service or mandatory drug education. Businesses where the offense occurred can also face administrative fines or even lose their license to sell. In 2023, Kansas raised the minimum age to purchase tobacco products to 21. ...read more read less