Is PA Liquor Control fraud?

• Purchases of Alcohol: Customers may see charges related to their recent purchases of wine, spirits, or beer from state-run liquor stores.
• Online Orders: If a customer placed an order online for delivery or pickup, charges may appear reflecting those transactions.
• Subscription Services: Some users might subscribe to services related to mixology classes or wine clubs, leading to recurring charges.
• Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Events: Attendance at events or festivals sponsored by the PLCB can result in fees or ticket purchases.
• Refunds or Adjustments: Occasional adjustments to previous transactions, such as refunds or changes in order quantities, may result in charges appearing as well.
• Delivery Fees: Charges for delivery services from liquor stores can show up if a customer opted for this convenience.
• Service Fees: Depending on the service used (e.g., party hosting or event catering), customers might incur additional service charges.
• Accidental Transactions: Some users reported accidentally purchasing items through apps or websites connected to the PLCB, leading to unexpected charges.

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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