Why are condoms locked at the store?

A number of pharmacies and retailers are locking condoms up or putting them out of the customer’s easy reach in order to prevent shoplifters from walking off with their stock of prophylactics.

Why is Walmart locking everything up?

Mr. Lopez said that Walmart, like other retailers, locked up certain items at a limited number of locations to “deter shoplifters from some products such as electronics, automotive, cosmetics and other personal care products.”

Can’t find condoms Walmart?

Walmart’s selection of condoms will usually be stationed along or near the health aisle next to the men’s razors.

Why are condoms locked up at Walgreens?

And here’s why: There are anti-theft systems that don’t discourage condom purchases. Walgreens has “a corporate, across the board policy to make sure that condoms are not locked up and they are accessible to customers,” spokesperson Vivika Vergara tells POZ.

Why do stores lock up pregnancy tests?

While it’s not uncommon for stores to keep certain products in a security case — in attempt to ward off shoppers desperate for a “five-finger discount” — a store’s decision to lock up pregnancy tests is drawing fire, sparking a much needed discussion about gender discrimination that often happens in plain view and …

Why does Walmart lock up electronics?

High theft items like videos games and electronics are locked to prevent theft.

Can u buy condoms at age 13?

You can buy condoms at any age. Condoms are available in drugstores, Planned Parenthood health centers, other community health centers, some supermarkets, and from vending machines. Individually, condoms usually cost a dollar or more. In packages of 12 or more, condoms can cost less than a dollar each.

Are condoms kept behind the counter?

Some stores do keep condoms behind the counter. If this is the case, have an advance plan for what brand and type of condom you want.