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1 New Paragraphs; Minors; Tobacco Violations. Amend RSA 126-K:6 by inserting after paragraph III the following new paragraphs:
IV. Notwithstanding RSA 169-B and RSA 169-D, a person 12 years of age and older who violates this section shall not be considered a delinquent or a child in need of services.
V. Any person who has not attained 21 years of age who violates this section shall be guilty of a violation and shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $100 for each offense or shall be required to complete up to 20 hours of community service for each offense, or both. Where available, punishment may also include participation in an education program.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect January 1, 2027.
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1 New Paragraphs; Minors; Tobacco Violations. Amend RSA 126-K:6 by inserting after paragraph III the following new paragraphs:
IV. Notwithstanding RSA 169-B and RSA 169-D, a person 12 years of age and older who violates this section shall not be considered a delinquent or a child in need of services.
V. Any person who has not attained 21 years of age who violates this section shall be guilty of a violation and shall be punished by a fine not to exceed $100 for each offense or shall be required to complete up to 20 hours of community service for each offense, or both. Where available, punishment may also include participation in an education program.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect January 1, 2027.