alexbalk: “The law is aimed primarily at small cigars sold individually at convenience stores...

By Chuck Ansbacher

Wednesday November 19, 2008

alexbalk:

“The law is aimed primarily at small cigars sold individually at convenience stores and gas stations. Such cigars are often marketed in youth-friendly flavors such as cherry, apple and lime and are sold for as little as 80 cents to $1.

Tobacco stores that specialize in cigar sales, and often sell high-end cigars for as much as $5 apiece or more, are excluded from the legislation’s restrictions, as are other locations that are sometimes age-restricted, including golf courses, fraternal lodges, bars and restaurants.”

Also:

The action drew a threat of legal action by the Maryland Association of Tobacco and Candy Distributors…

The Associaiton of Toy and Gun Distributors can’t be far behind.