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Hey there! Did you know that the smoking age in Puerto Rico is 18? Yep, that’s right - if you’re 18 or older, you can legally light up. But it wasn’t always this way - just a few years ago, the smoking age was 16. Talk about a big change! It’s definitely something to think about if you’re planning on visiting Puerto Rico anytime soon. So don’t be caught off guard - now ya know!
What Is The Smoking Age In Puerto Rico? [Solved]
The CDC keeps tabs on seven US Territories - American Samoa, Guam, the Marshall Islands, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, Palau and the US Virgin Islands. All of these places have an age limit of 18 to buy cigarettes - except for Guam and Palau which have a minimum age of 21.
Legal Age: The legal age for purchasing and consuming tobacco products in Puerto Rico is 18 years old.
Enforcement: The law is enforced by the Puerto Rico Department of Health, which has the authority to impose fines on retailers who sell tobacco products to minors.
Penalties: Retailers who violate the law can be fined up to $500 for each violation, and may also face criminal charges if they are found guilty of selling tobacco products to minors multiple times.
Education: The Department of Health also works with schools and community organizations to educate young people about the dangers of smoking and other forms of tobacco use, as well as providing resources for those looking to quit smoking or reduce their consumption of tobacco products.
In Puerto Rico, the smoking age is 18 - no ifs, ands or buts! That’s the law of the land. So if you’re under 18, don’t even think about lighting up - it ain’t gonna happen. And if you’re over 18, just make sure you know the rules before you puff away.
