Florida § 210.085 - Transactions only with permitted manufacturers, importers, distributing agents, dealers, and retail dealers.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 210.085 — Transactions only with permitted manufacturers, importers, distributing agents, dealers, and retail dealers., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 210.085. Transactions only with permitted manufacturers, importers, distributing agents, dealers, and retail dealers.
Except as otherwise provided in s. 210.04(9), a manufacturer or importer, or a distributing agent representing a manufacturer or importer, may sell or distribute cigarettes to a person located or doing business within this state only if such person is a dealer or importer with a valid, current permit under s. 210.15. A distributing agent may accept cigarettes from a manufacturer or importer with a valid, current permit for transfer to a dealer with a valid, current permit but may not own or sell cigarettes. A dealer may sell or distribute cigarettes to a person located or doing business within this state only if such person is a dealer or retail dealer with a valid, current permit under s. 569.003. A dealer may obtain cigarettes only from a manufacturer or importer or from a distributing agent or dealer with a valid, current permit under s. 210.15. A retail dealer may obtain cigarettes only from a dealer with a valid, current permit under s. 210.15.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 210.085
What does Florida Statutes § 210.085 cover?
Section 210.085 ("Transactions only with permitted manufacturers, importers, distributing agents, dealers, and retail dealers.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 210.085?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 210.085" (Florida). 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 Florida law?
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How does Florida § 210.085 apply to my situation?
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