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Tobacco and Vaping Laws in Louisiana

How Louisiana law treats smoking and vaping age, from the state code and official state agencies.

Short answer: The minimum age to buy tobacco, alternative nicotine products and vapor products (e-cigarettes) in Louisiana is 21. La. R.S. 14:91.8(C), (E), (F), (H)

Smoking and vaping ageThe minimum age to buy tobacco, alternative nicotine products and vapor products (e-cigarettes) in Louisiana is 21. Selling to someone under 21, or an under-21 person buying, is punished by a fine of up to $50 for a first violation, rising to $100, $250 and then $400 for later violations. It is also unlawful for anyone under 21 to possess these products, punished by a fine of up to $50 per violation, except in a private residence, while working, or when a person under 18 is with a parent, spouse or guardian who is 21 or older.
Last amended by Acts 2022, No. 34.
Source: La. R.S. 14:91.8(C), (E), (F), (H)

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What is the smoking and vaping age in Louisiana?
The minimum age to buy tobacco, alternative nicotine products and vapor products (e-cigarettes) in Louisiana is 21. Selling to someone under 21, or an under-21 person buying, is punished by a fine of up to $50 for a first violation, rising to $100, $250 and then $400 for later violations. It is also unlawful for anyone under 21 to possess these products, punished by a fine of up to $50 per violation, except in a private residence, while working, or when a person under 18 is with a parent, spouse or guardian who is 21 or older.

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