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.
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.
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.
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