§ 11-5A-02. Prohibitions

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   (a) Scope. -- This section does not apply to an individual who produces unpackaged cigarettes for the individual's consumption by using:

   (1) A mechanical rolling machine; or

   (2) A hand rolling device or procedure.

(b) Retailer or vending machine operator. -- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a retailer or vending machine operator may not purchase from a tobacco product manufacturer or sell, resell, distribute, dispense, or give away to any person an unpackaged cigarette.

(c) Wholesaler. -- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a wholesaler may not sell, resell, distribute, dispense, or give away to any person in this State an unpackaged cigarette.

(d) Penalties. -- In addition to any other penalties provided by law, a person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 500 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 months or both.

HISTORY: 2000, ch. 220; 2011, ch. 22; ch. 65, § 5.

                    
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