Most Floridians are strongly concerned that teenagers will use the Internet to obtain alcohol products.

A poll of likely voters in Florida, conducted in March 2007*, found that the majority of voters opposed Internet and mail order wine sales.

According to the poll:

Sixty-eight percent of Floridians oppose allowing beer, wine or liquor to be sold directly to consumers over the Internet or through the mail.

When asked if it would be acceptable if only wine was to be sold directly to consumers over the Internet or through the mail, 57 percent still oppose the idea.

An overwhelming majority — 85 percent — said that teenagerss are likely to use the Internet to buy beer, wine and liquor..

Nearly two-thirds — 65 percent — say that the sale and shipment of alcohol should not be allowed.

Fifty-six percent of respondents sadid they would be less likely to vote for a political leader who wants to make it easier for out of state manufacturers to directly ship alchohol to Florida homes.

Underage drinking is a signifigant concern for Floridians. The poll found that two-thirds — 66 percent — characterized underage drinking as a "major problem" in Florida.

The Florida Coalition to Prevent Underage Drinking supports Florida law requiring that alcohol only be sold through licensed businesses in Florida that can be held accountable for violations.

* The survey was conducted among 625 likely voters between March 6-8, 2007. Respondent selection was at random, and the poll has an accuracy of +/- 4 percent at the 95 percent confidence interval.

Download a printable copy: Poll Results