Reliable studies have shown that the use of
cigarettes by minors is a significant health hazard to them, both
as minors and continuing into their adulthood. State law prohibits
the sale of cigarettes to minors, but there is substantial evidence
that this law is frequently violated. It is the intent of the Board
of Commissioners to decrease sales of tobacco products to minors by
notifying sellers and purchasers at the point of retail distribution
that the sale of tobacco products to a person under the age of 18
years is unlawful.
A.
At every point in the Township where tobacco products
are sold at retail, a sign must be conspicuously posted declaring
that tobacco products not be sold to persons under 18 years of age.
B.
Wording on signs required by this section shall be
at least two inches high, unless otherwise approved by the Director.
Such signs shall be protected from tampering or concealment.
