Maine § 25 §2467 Retail sale and distribution of novelty lighters prohibited

Maine Statutes

§ 25 §2467 — Retail sale and distribution of novelty lighters prohibited

Maine § 25 §2467

Title 25INTERNAL SECURITY AND PUBLIC SAFETY

Part 6FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE PROTECTION

Ch. 317PREVENTIVE MEASURES AND RESTRICTIONS

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Bluebook

Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 25, § 25 §2467 (2026).

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1.Definition. For purposes of this section, "novelty lighter" means a mechanical or electrical device typically used for lighting cigarettes, cigars or pipes that is designed to appear to be a toy, feature a flashing light or make musical sounds. "Novelty lighter" does not include:

2.Prohibition; penalty. 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 subsection commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than $500 may be imposed.

3.Exception. The prohibition specified in subsection 2 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

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1.
Definition.
For purposes of this section, "novelty lighter" means a mechanical or electrical device typically used for lighting cigarettes, cigars or pipes that is designed to appear to be a toy, feature a flashing light or make musical sounds. "Novelty lighter" does not include:
2.
Prohibition; penalty.
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 subsection commits a civil violation for which a fine of not more than $500 may be imposed.
3.
Exception.
The prohibition specified in subsection 2 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.
4.
Enforcement.
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.