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If you do not comply with these terms, you agree that the alcoholic beverage(s) will not be released to you, you may forfeit the cost of such beverages, and you may be responsible for restocking fees.
"You agree to follow all laws and regulations that apply to age-restricted product purchases...and not cause Instacart or any Third-Party Provider or Retailer to violate those laws.Excerpt from Instacart's Terms of Service (Superseded Capture)
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The clause states: “You agree to follow all laws and regulations that apply to age-restricted product purchases...and not cause Instacart or any Third-Party Provider or Retailer to violate those laws.”
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