(a) Any tobacco, tobacco product, alternative nicotine product, electronic nicotine delivery system, or false proof of identification found in the possession of an individual under the age of 21 years is contraband and subject to seizure by law enforcement. Any individual under the age of 21 years violating Section 28-11-13 shall be issued a citation similar to a uniform nontraffic citation and shall be fined not less than ten dollars ($10) nor more than fifty dollars ($50) for each violation, and shall be assessed no other court costs or fees.
(b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the disposition of any violation shall be within the jurisdiction of the district or municipal court and not the juvenile court. Violations shall not be considered criminal offenses and shall be administratively adjudicated by the district or municipal court.
Structure Code of Alabama
Title 28 - Intoxicating Liquor, Malt Beverages and Wine.
Chapter 11 - Sale of Tobacco Products Regulated by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board.
Section 28-11-1 - Legislative Intent.
Section 28-11-2 - Definitions.
Section 28-11-3 - Minors Enlisted to Help Board Enforce State and Federal Laws.
Section 28-11-4 - Purpose of Rules.
Section 28-11-5 - Tobacco Prevention Materials; Funding.
Section 28-11-6 - Distribution of Tobacco or Tobacco Products.
Section 28-11-6.1 - Vending Machines.
Section 28-11-6.2 - Self-Service Displays.
Section 28-11-7 - Distribution Permits.
Section 28-11-8 - Failure to Obtain or Display Permit.
Section 28-11-9 - Suspension or Revocation of Permit; Hearing Commission; Fines.
Section 28-11-10 - Disposition of Funds.
Section 28-11-11 - Annual Report.
Section 28-11-12 - Advisory Board.
Section 28-11-14 - Fines for Unlawful Possession of Contraband.
Section 28-11-16 - Advertising Restrictions.
Section 28-11-17 - Distribution, Sale, etc., in Violation of Federal Law or Fda Rule.
Section 28-11-18 - Child-Resistant Packaging; Warning Signs.
Section 28-11-19 - Limitations on Location of Retail Businesses.
Section 28-11-21 - Duties of Department of Mental Health; Annual Report; Transitional Grant Monies.