Brunswick County Dollar General fined for scanning errors
RALEIGH, NC (WWAY) – Eleven stores in eight counties, including one in Brunswick County, were fined by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Standards Division for price scanning errors during the second quarter of 2025.
“Even the smallest price discrepancies can have significant impacts on family budgets,” said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “When these errors occur, it erodes consumer trust. Our inspectors continue to work hard to ensure transparency, accountability and fairness in the marketplace.”
The Dollar General at 1745 Southport-Supply Road in Bolivia paid $3,945 after failing inspections in April and May.
An initial inspection in April found an error rate of 10% for five overcharges on a 50-item lot.
A follow-up inspection in May found 29 overcharges on a 300-item lot – a 9.67% error rate.
