Anaheim prohibits smoking in city parks, near park facilities, at bus stops, in outdoor dining areas, and within 25 feet of building entries under AMC Chapter 6.95 and California Government Code 7597.
Anaheim Municipal Code Chapter 6.95 bans smoking and vaping in all city parks, recreation areas, the Anaheim Convention Center grounds, and within 25 feet of any park play structure or athletic field. California Government Code 7597 prohibits smoking within 20 feet of any public building entry, exit, or operable window. State law also bars smoking in outdoor dining areas (Labor Code 6404.5 expansion). Disneyland and the Anaheim Resort District maintain stricter private no-smoking policies. Smoking is prohibited in all multifamily common areas including pools, courtyards, and walkways under separate state law.
Citations carry $100 fine for first offense, $200 for second within one year, and up to $500 for subsequent offenses, prosecuted as infractions by Anaheim Police or code enforcement.
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