Distribution Group Uncovers “Rampant” Violations by Illinois Retailers

You may recall the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) recently sent over 100 cease and desist letter to retailers, wineries and fulfillment houses in February stating that they have evidence these entities are shipping beverage alcohol into Illinois without a license [see WSD 02-25-2015 ]. WSD has learned that crackdown down was the result of a report filed by the state's wine and spirits distributors. The report, conducted by the Wine & Spirits Distributor of Illinois group (WSDI), claims "several"