Alabama § 40-25-20 - Reusing or Refilling Boxes, Packages and Containers.

Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 40-25-20 — Reusing or Refilling Boxes, Packages and Containers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 40-25-20. Reusing or Refilling Boxes, Packages and Containers.

Any person, firm, corporation, club, or association of persons, who shall reuse or refill with any tobacco products enumerated herein any box, package or container from which tobacco products theretofore tax-paid have been removed, or who otherwise violates any provision of this chapter, may be subject to a department imposed penalty of not less than five hundred dollars ($500) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1,000). This penalty is multiplied by the number of violations of this section.

Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 40-25-20

What does Code of Alabama § 40-25-20 cover?

Section 40-25-20 ("Reusing or Refilling Boxes, Packages and Containers.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Alabama § 40-25-20?

A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 40-25-20" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Alabama law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alabama official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alabama attorney.

How does Alabama § 40-25-20 apply to my situation?

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