Idaho Code 18-1502 prohibits the sale of tobacco, vape, and nicotine products to anyone under 21. The minimum age was raised from 18 to align with federal Tobacco 21, and Boise retailers must verify ID for any buyer appearing under 30.
Idaho Code Title 18, Chapter 15 governs tobacco and minors. Following federal Tobacco 21 enactment in December 2019, Idaho aligned its statute and now prohibits sale, distribution, or furnishing of tobacco, electronic smoking devices, vape liquids, or alternative nicotine products to persons under 21 (Idaho Code 18-1502). Possession by a minor is a separate offense (18-1502A). Retailers must check ID for anyone appearing under 30. The Idaho State Tax Commission and local law enforcement conduct compliance checks using underage decoys; failed checks result in retailer permit penalties and personal misdemeanor charges for the clerk. Boise has no city-specific tobacco-licensing layer beyond the state retailer permit.
Sale to under-21 is a misdemeanor under Idaho Code 18-1502, with fines escalating from $100 first offense to $1,000 plus permit suspension for repeat violations. Possession by minors carries a $100 fine.
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