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Non-Smokers' Rights Association v. British American Tobacco

Non-Smokers' Rights Association brought suit against British American Tobacco (BAT) France for distributing free pocket-ashtrays at beaches in violation of France's tobacco advertising ban.  BAT argued that the ashtrays could not be considered advertisements, because there were no brands or logos on the ashtrays, only a message about the environment and BAT France's website (which did not mention any of its brands). The court agreed with BAT and dismissed the suit.

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Non-Smokers' Rights Association v. British American Tobacco - France, No. 12-82327, Court of Cassation, Criminal Chamber (2013).

  • France
  • Apr 23, 2013
  • Court of Cassation, Criminal Chamber

Parties

Plaintiff Non-Smokers' Rights Association

Defendant

  • British American Tobacco - France
  • Mr. Von Brockhusen

Legislation Cited

Related Documents

None

Type of Litigation

Enforcement Action by a Private Individual or Private Entity
Some jurisdictions allow an individual or organization to initiate an action against another private party who is not following a particular law. For example, a person may sue a restaurant that allows smoking despite a smoke free law. If the plaintiff is claiming the violation of the law caused physical harm, this may also be a personal injury case.

Tobacco Control Topics

Advertising, Promotion and Sponsorship
Measures restricting any form of direct or indirect tobacco advertising, promotion and sponsorship. (See FCTC Art. 13)

Substantive Issues

Tobacco Control Law Violation
A claim of a violation of a tobacco control law or statute.

Type of Tobacco Product

None

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