Governor Meyer Signs Legislation Reflecting Role Of Delaware’s Alcohol, Tobacco, And Marijuana Enforcement Officers
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Governor Matt Meyer | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Media Contact: Jonah Anderson jonah.anderson@delaware.gov HARRINGTON, Del. — Governor Matt Meyer today signed House Bill 411, formally renaming the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) to the Division of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Marijuana Enforcement to reflect the agency’s expanded responsibilities following the launch of Delaware’s legal retail […]
Dover Woman Charged in Unlicensed Wine Operation
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Kent County | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The Delaware Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) has arrested Margaret Munro, 60, of Dover on charges stemming from an unlicensed wine manufacturing operation conducted through Pale Moon Wine LLC.
The investigation began after the Maryland Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Commission notified DATE that products from Pale Moon Wine LLC were being sold at establishments in Maryland. Investigators determined the products originated in Delaware and that the firm lacked the required licenses to manufacture or sell alcoholic beverages.
DATE Arrests Townsend Woman on Drug Charges
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | New Castle County | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Friday, May 15, 2026
The Delaware Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) has arrested Mary Fischer-Solimeo of Townsend on a felony drug charge and related offenses following an investigation into illegal marijuana sales.
On May 13, DATE’s Marijuana Enforcement Unit executed a search warrant at Blackbird Creek Farm on Union Church Road in Townsend. An investigation had determined the location was unlicensed by the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner and was allegedly selling and growing marijuana.
Bartender Charged After Fatal Crash Investigation
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Delaware State Police | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | Date Posted: Friday, January 23, 2026
A bartender faces charges after investigators determined she served alcohol to a visibly intoxicated patron who was later involved in a fatal two-vehicle crash on November 15, 2025.
Delaware State Police contacted the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) after their crash investigation revealed that the driver, Ashley Wright of Dover, Delaware, had been at Emmaculate Sports Bar, 3800 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, before the collision.
Surveillance footage obtained on November 18 showed that Wright displayed visible signs of intoxication while being served alcoholic beverages.
SCAM ALERT: Illegal Operation Impersonating Licensed Marijuana Dispensary
Alcohol Tobacco Enforcement | Department of Safety and Homeland Security | The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner | Date Posted: Thursday, October 16, 2025
The Delaware Division of Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement (DATE) is alerting the public to a fraudulent marijuana operation targeting University of Delaware students and Newark residents.
DATE has received reports of counterfeit business cards and flyers being distributed in the Newark area. These materials falsely claim to represent Fresh Delaware, a legitimate marijuana business. The impostors are attempting to mislead potential customers into purchasing marijuana products illegally.
