Rhode Island prohibits the sale of tobacco and vapor products to anyone under 21 under RIGL 11-9-13.4, aligning with federal Tobacco 21 standards and applying to all retailers statewide.
RIGL 11-9-13.4 makes it unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to sell, give, or deliver tobacco products, electronic nicotine delivery systems, or related items to a person under the age of 21. Retailers must check government-issued photo identification for any buyer who appears under 30. The law covers cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, hookah, e-cigarettes, and accessories. Civil penalties escalate with repeat violations and can include license suspension. Compliance checks are performed by the Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals and local enforcement.
Selling tobacco or vapor products to a person under 21 carries civil penalties starting at modest amounts and escalating with repeat violations, plus potential license suspension or revocation.
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