According to a report by Pleasanton Weekly on August 23, the Pleasanton Police Department (PPD) recently seized over $130,000 worth of illegal tobacco products at three stores in California. The products included flavored tobacco, e-cigarettes, and other prohibited items, including brands such as "GEEK BAR" and "FLUM" e-cigarettes.
According to officials from the city police department, on August 8th, they conducted surprise inspections at three tobacco stores in collaboration with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) and city regulatory enforcement officers. They found that not all tobacco retailers were in compliance with the law, as they continued to sell these products to minors in their stores.
Recently, the governor of the state, Gavin Newsom, signed a law prohibiting retail stores from selling most flavored tobacco products, including flavored e-cigarettes. This law was implemented due to the increasing use of e-cigarettes and tobacco products among young people. Subsequently, the cities of Pleasanton, Whittier, and Dublin also passed similar bans.
According to the PPD (Police Department),
Businesses found selling flavored tobacco products will be fined. In some cases, the tobacco sales license may be revoked for 30 days.
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