Russia Proposes Law to Criminalize Vape Sales to Minors

Nov.22.2024

The Russian State Duma plans to introduce a new bill prohibiting the sale of vapes to minors, making such actions subject to criminal liability.

According to a report by TASS on November 21st, Vyacheslav Volodin, the Chairman of the Russian State Duma, announced that a new bill is being prepared that will introduce criminal liability for selling e-cigarettes to minors. Additionally, fines for such illegal actions are also planned to be increased.

Wolokin pointed out that the existing regulatory measures are clearly not effective enough. Therefore, his colleagues have proposed holding individuals accountable for selling e-cigarettes to minors and also increasing the corresponding fines.

This is an important step in restoring order in the area. You and I need to continue working hard to address other issues related to protecting children's health. Of course, we must not allow the sale of alcohol, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and many other prohibited products to minors.

References:

[1] В ГД готовятся внести законопроект о наказании за продажу вейпов детям

Also Read:

[1] Russia Seizes 4,500 Illegal Vapes, Suspect Could Face Jail Time

[2] Russian Federal Tax Service Issues New Order on Tobacco Product Tax Declaration Format

[3] Russian Government Supports Draft Law on Restricting Online Tobacco Sales

[4] Russia Plans Graphic Warnings on E-cigarettes to Curb Youth Access

[5] Russian Health Minister Calls for Stricter E-Cigarette Regulation, Details Remain Unclear

[6] E-cigarettes in pharmacies? Russian consumer group calls for new rules

[7] Russia to tighten e-cigarette rules with tenfold increase in fines for sales to minors

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