For purposes of this chapter, “novelty lighter” means a mechanical or electrical device typically used for lighting cigarettes, cigars or pipes, grills, fireplaces, campfires or campfire stoves that is designed to resemble a cartoon character, toy, gun, watch, musical instrument, vehicle, animal, food or beverage, or similar articles, or that plays musical notes, or has […]
A person may not sell at retail, offer for retail sale or distribute for retail sale or promotion in this state a novelty lighter.A person who violates this section commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) may be imposed.
The prohibition specified in Section 45-10-3 does not apply to the transportation of novelty lighters through this state or the storage of novelty lighters in a warehouse or distribution center in this state that is closed to the public for purposes of retail sales.
This section may be enforced by the State Fire Marshal’s office; a state, county or municipal law enforcement officer; or a municipal code enforcement officer.
