Eaneff notes no store has ever lost its tobacco or liquor license as a result of the program. The ABC can then determine whether they'll fine them or suspend their license. The DPS recruits their underage volunteers from the Sunnyvale Explore Post, city volunteers and local high schools. Eaneff emphasizes the decoy operation remains only a part of their fight to keep youths away from tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. The DPS sends representatives to schools in order to educate students, as well.
Tobacco is essentially the gateway drug.