Arizona: Glendale Raises Tobacco & Vape Purchase Age to 21
The Glendale City Council has voted unanimously to raise the legal minimum age for purchasing tobacco products, including vapes and beedies, to 21. This move aligns the city’s local ordinances with existing state and federal laws, ensuring consistency in enforcement and prosecution.
Mayor Jerry Weiers emphasized that the ordinance’s primary purpose is to harmonize Glendale’s language with broader regulations. “We’re just getting our language to where everything matches to keep us out of trouble when we prosecute,” he stated. Under the new rules, retailers must verify valid identification to confirm customers are at least 21. Knowingly selling to minors is now a petty offense, while purchasing or possessing tobacco under 21 incurs a $100 fine or community service. Using a fake ID can result in a fine up to $500.
The ordinance provides specific definitions for regulated items, including “vapor products,” which cover any noncombustible nicotine device regardless of shape or size. It also outlines exceptions for legitimate religious practices. This decision follows the 2019 federal legislation raising the tobacco age and Arizona’s subsequent state law adjustment earlier this year.
- Read more: Vaping Laws in Arizona – Is it Legal to Vape in Arizona?
- News source: Glendale raises legal tobacco product age
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