People v. Curtis

The sole question presented in this case is whether a druggist who sells liquor to a minor without any written order from the parent or guardian of such minor may prove, by way of defense, that, from the appearance or statements of the minor, the respondent believed him to be more than 21 years of age.

The statute (2 Comp. Laws, § .5381) provides that:

“It shall not be lawful for any druggist, * :1; * directly or indirectly, * !|! * to sell, furnish, give, or deliver any spirituous, malt, brewed, fermented, or vinous liquor * * * to a minor, except for medicinal or mechanical purposes, on the…