Illinois § 25c
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 25c, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25c.
Cigarette package sizes; sale of individual or loose cigarettes prohibited. Cigarettes may only be sold in packages of 20 or 25 cigarettes. The sale of individual or loose cigarettes is prohibited. Any person who violates this Section is liable to pay to the Department, for deposit in the Tax Compliance and Administration Fund, a penalty of $1,000 for the first violation and $3,000 for any subsequent violation. Any person who violates this Section shall be guilty of a Class 4 felony. This Section shall not apply if the violation in a particular case also constitutes a violation of the Cigarette Tax Act. (Source: P.A. 100-940, eff. 8-17-18.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 25c
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 25c cover?
Section 25c is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. 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 Illinois § 25c?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 25c" (Illinois). 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 Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 25c apply to my situation?
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