Retailers and person’s selling tobacco to a minor who are found to be breaking the law risk receiving infringements ranging from $645 - $9,671, prosecution in a Magistrates Court and/or a fine ranging from $19,343 – $96,714 and the loss of their right to sell tobacco.
“It is important to build an awareness with our retailers, so they understand that not only is selling cigarettes to a minor breaking the law, but also that eight out of ten new smokers start as a child and are fifteen times more likely to die of lung cancer than non-smokers”, said the Mayor.
“We were pleased to find that 13 retailers approached during the program did not sell cigarettes to minors and were compliant with the Act.”
Tobacco retailers are encouraged to review the tobacco retailers guide and resources available on the DHHS tobacco reform website to ensure they are aware of their responsibilities when selling tobacco in Victoria.
Casey City Council
14 Aug 2018
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