CA Self-Checkout Crackdown Sparks Outrage

CA Self-Checkout Crackdown Sparks Outrage

Costa Mesa, California, is on track to pass strict new rules targeting self-checkout lanes in local stores, a move meant to fight retail theft but one that’s drawing backlash from grocers. Under the ordinance, businesses would be required to assign at least one employee to every three self-checkout stations and enforce a 15-item limit per customer. Noncompliance could result in fines of up to $1,000. The city council narrowly approved the measur…

California City's Self-Checkout Proposal Could Fine Stores $1,000

The city of Costa Mesa, California, is preparing updated store self-checkout rules that could result in hefty fines for businesses.