Louisiana Statewide Rule
Louisiana Vape Retail Permitting and Sales Rules
Key Facts
- Permits Issued By
- Permits issued by Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control
- Must Verify Id
- Must verify ID for purchasers under 27
- Registry Of Approved
- Registry of approved vapor products required
- Self
- Self-service display restrictions apply
- Online Sales Require
- Online sales require age-verified shipping
Summary
Louisiana requires vapor and alternative nicotine product retailers to obtain state permits, follow age verification, and comply with restrictions on flavors and youth-oriented marketing.
§902. Permits The commissioner shall issue as authorized by this Section the following types of permits and shall adopt rules and regulations that specify the identifying information that is required to appear on the face of each type of permit: (1) Retail Dealer Permit. A retail dealer permit shall be issued to a dealer other than a wholesale dealer or vending machine operator for each retail outlet where cigars, cigarettes, other tobacco products, alternative nicotine products, or vapor products are offered for sale either over the counter or by vending machine.
Full Breakdown
La. R.S. 26:901 et seq. and Title 47 govern permitting of dealers selling vapor products and alternative nicotine products through the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control. Retailers must hold a state permit, verify customer age 21 and over per R.S. 14:91.8, and comply with the registry of approved electronic nicotine delivery system products under Act 414 of 2022. Online sales require shipping verification. Self-service displays are restricted in establishments accessible to minors.
Violations & Penalties
Permit suspension or revocation, civil penalties up to $250 per violation for retailers, and possible criminal misdemeanor charges for sales to minors or unregistered products.
Frequently Asked Questions
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