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Non-Smokers' Rights Association v. French Federation of Sports Cars

Defendant was cited for indirectly advertising tobacco products on a French Formula 1-related website. The website contained historical images of Formula 1 races, Formula 1 racecars, and drivers advertising tobacco products. The court imposed a 15,000 Euro criminal fine on the defendant and awarded a 1,500 Euro damages award to the plaintiff. 

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Non-Smokers' Rights Association v. French Federation of Sports Cars, Case No. 06/1344, Court of First Instance -Dijon (2006).

  • France
  • Jul 11, 2006
  • Court of First Instance -Dijon

Parties

Plaintiff Non-Smokers' Rights Association

Defendant French Federation of Sports Cars

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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