Is PA Beverage Control fraud?

• Direct purchases: Customers may see charges for liquor or wine bought from state stores or online services.
• Subscription services: Some users may have subscribed to delivery services that partner with the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, resulting in recurring charges.
• Event tickets: Charges can appear from purchasing tickets for events hosted by the PLCB or associated venues.
• Service fees: Additional fees may apply for services like delivery or handling, leading to extra charges on their account.
• Membership fees: Some users reported charges related to membership programs that offer benefits at state-run stores.
• Accidental double charges: Customers have noted unexpected double charges due to transactional errors, often resolving after contacting customer service.

If you see this charge and aren’t expecting it, you have various options.

First, try to contact the lcb.pa.gov via one of the support methods we listed below and inquire about the charge. See if they will refund it and cancel any associated subscriptions you might have.

If the lcb.pa.gov refused to issue a refund or you cannot get in touch with the company, call your bank or financial institution and open a credit card dispute. Record screenshot evidence from your prior conversations with lcb.pa.gov, and use that to open your credit card dispute. Tell your bank or credit card issuer that you do not recognize the charge and do not recall signing up for the service.

If this sounds like too much of a hassle, you can have Chargeback do it for you.

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