Sec. 2. The division of mental health and addiction established under IC 12-21 shall coordinate the conduct of random unannounced inspections at locations where tobacco products, e-liquids, or electronic cigarettes are sold or distributed to ensure compliance with this article. Only the commission, an Indiana law enforcement agency, the office of the sheriff of a county, or an organized police department of a municipal corporation may conduct the random unannounced inspections. These entities may use retired or off-duty law enforcement officers to conduct inspections under this section.
As added by P.L.256-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.215-2001, SEC.13; P.L.49-2020, SEC.9.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 7.1. Alcohol and Tobacco
Article 6. Youth Tobacco Sales and Enforcement
Chapter 2. Youth Tobacco Law Enforcement Authority
7.1-6-2-0.3. Intent of General Assembly Regarding Implementation and Enforcement of Article
7.1-6-2-2. Unannounced Inspections
7.1-6-2-3. Sale of Cigarettes Without Health Warning Prohibited
7.1-6-2-4. Participation by Minor in Enforcement Action
7.1-6-2-6. Youth Tobacco Education and Enforcement Fund
7.1-6-2-8. Payment of Civil Penalties; Late Penalties; Interest