Vermont § 1012 - Liquid nicotine; packaging
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 1012 — Liquid nicotine; packaging, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1012. Liquid nicotine; packaging
- (a) Unless specifically preempted by federal law, no person shall manufacture, regardless
of location, for sale in; offer for sale in; sell in or into the stream of commerce
in; or otherwise introduce into the stream of commerce in Vermont: (1) any liquid or gel substance containing nicotine unless that product is contained in
child-resistant packaging; or (2) any nicotine liquid container unless that container constitutes child-resistant packaging. (b) As used in this section: (1) “Child-resistant packaging” means packaging that is designed or constructed to be
significantly difficult for children under five years of age to open or obtain a toxic
or harmful amount of the substance in the container within a reasonable time and not
difficult for normal adults to use properly, but does not mean packaging that all
children under five years of age cannot open or obtain a toxic or harmful amount of
the substance in the container within a reasonable time. (2) “Nicotine liquid container” means a bottle or other container of a nicotine liquid
or other substance containing nicotine that is sold, marketed, or intended for use
in a tobacco substitute. The term does not include a container containing nicotine
in a cartridge that is sold, marketed, or intended for use in a tobacco substitute
if the cartridge is prefilled and sealed by the manufacturer and not intended to be
opened by the consumer. (Added 2013, No. 135 (Adj. Sess.), § 8, eff. Jan. 1, 2015; amended 2017, No. 83, § 142.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 1012
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 1012 cover?
Section 1012 ("Liquid nicotine; packaging") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 1012?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 1012" (Vermont). 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 Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 1012 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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