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for its cigarette tax of $3.51 per pack (enacted July 2013), compared to the national average of $1.81

Failure to post the required sign is a Class C infraction, punishable by a fine of up to $500

In addition, the majority of underage users rely on social sources, like family and friends, to get tobacco. John Schachter, director of state communications at the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, said eliminating the chance of youth getting tobacco products from their friends can really make an impact. If we can keep you from smoking when youre a kid, then the odds are incredibly high that you will never smoke, Schachter told The Nations Health

This is simple and predictable but can be more expensive for high-volume businesses