Last updated: September 29, 2022
Penalties
Advertising and Promotion
Market Inspectorate
A violation of the ban on tobacco advertising and promotion is punishable by a fine of between 4,000 Euros to 33,000 Euros. A sole trader or a self-employed person in violation of the law shall be subject to a fine between 1,600 Euros and 8,000 Euros. Individuals responsible for a legal entity, a self-employed person, or a sole trader in violation of the law shall be subject to a fine of between 800 Euros and 2,000 Euros.
In addition, free distribution of tobacco products by an individual is punishable by a fine of 125 Euros.
To more fully align with FCTC Art. 13 and the FCTC Art. 13 Guidelines, the law should provide for other penalties in addition to fines, including corrective action and license suspension or cancellation for those involved in advertising and promotion activities. In addition, the fines should increase for repeat violations.
Sponsorship
Market Inspectorate
A violation of the ban on tobacco sponsorship is punishable by a fine of between 4,000 Euros to 33,000 Euros. A sole trader or a self-employed person in violation of the law shall be subject to a fine between 1,600 Euros and 8,000 Euros. Individuals responsible for a legal entity, a self-employed person, or a sole trader in violation of the law shall be subject to a fine of between 800 Euros and 2,000 Euros.
To more fully align with FCTC Art. 13 and the FCTC Art. 13 Guidelines, the law should provide for other penalties in addition to fines, including corrective action and license suspension or cancellation for those involved in sponsorship activities. In addition, the fines should increase for repeat violations.
