Southeast
Yes
Must obtain a permit for the sell of cigarettes, cigars, alternative nicotine products, vapor products, or other tobacco products at retail.
Tobacco Retail Dealer Permit
Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control
Varies
Licensing fee is dependent on retailer dealer type. Retail, $25; Tobacconist, $100; Vending Machine, $5; Vending Machine Operator, $75
1
Permits are renewed annually based of the Parish they are located in.
No provision required for compliance check.
Yes
No
Misdemeanor: Fine or imprisonment, or both
Misdemeanor
Both
No
Yes
Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control
Tobacco Retail Licensure
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Louisiana
License Required: Yes
Must obtain a permit for the sell of cigarettes, cigars, alternative nicotine products, vapor products, or other tobacco products at retail.
Annual Licensing Fee: Varies
Licensing fee is dependent on retailer dealer type. Retail, $25; Tobacconist, $100; Vending Machine, $5; Vending Machine Operator, $75
Renewal (Years): 1
Permits are renewed annually based of the Parish they are located in.
No provision required for compliance check.
Recheck if employer fails compliance:
Yes
Yes
Enforcement and Penalties
Louisiana Penalty for Selling Tobacco Products without License: No
Employer [Business] Penalty: Misdemeanor: Fine or imprisonment, or both
Employee [Seller] Penalty:
Misdemeanor
Misdemeanor
License Suspension or Revocation:
Both
Both
Preemption:
Notes:
n/a