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KatyJoan
Joined: 11 Feb 2005
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Location: Illinois
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| Posted: Mon May 16, 2005 5:36 pm Post subject: Supreme Court rules on wine shipping across State Lines |
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Knight Ridder Newspapers
WASHINGTON - (KRT) - In a ruling that could inspire the nation's wine lovers to pop corks in celebration, the Supreme Court on Monday struck down state laws prohibiting interstate wine sales, saying they amounted to impermissible economic discrimination.
The 5-4 ruling, written by Justice Anthony M. Kennedy, will force 24 states to treat out-of-state wineries the same as those inside their borders. If wine can be sold to consumers in state, then state law can't restrict direct shipments to consumers from out of state.
The change will give a huge boost to small distilleries and Internet-based wine sellers whose businesses depend heavily on distant consumers.
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KatyJoan
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| Posted: Mon May 16, 2005 5:50 pm Post subject: Re: Supreme Court on Monday struck down state laws prohibiti |
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This ruling is going to open up a niche market despite the high cost of postage. There are a slew of wineries that have not even begun to get online as they could not trade across State lines.
This is a small boost the online industry, especially the auction/stores platform, needed.
A new niche market.
Kathleen Johnson
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CrystalStar
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| Posted: Mon May 16, 2005 6:08 pm Post subject: Re: Supreme Court rules on wine shipping across State Lines |
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| Man I can see some states having a fit over this. Especially the Bible belt. They would rather allow moonshine!! LOL |
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KatyJoan
Joined: 11 Feb 2005
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| Posted: Mon May 16, 2005 7:50 pm Post subject: Re: Supreme Court rules on wine shipping across State Lines |
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Yes, well, the Post Office doesnt deliver on Sunday. :D
And, maybe, thats a good thing!
Kathleen
Who can see some humor in this.
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CrystalStar
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| Posted: Mon May 16, 2005 8:57 pm Post subject: Re: Supreme Court rules on wine shipping across State Lines |
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| Ain't that the truth!! Wonder how many bottles will just disappear during shipping?? Follow the vapor trails!! LOL |
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