Tobacco and Vaping

It is illegal in Texas for a person younger than 21 to possess, buy, consume or accept cigarettes, e-cigarettes or other tobacco products. It is also a crime to falsely represent oneself to be 21 years of age or older by displaying proof of age that is false, fraudulent or not actually proof of the individual's own age in order to obtain, purchase or receive cigarettes, e-cigarettes or tobacco products.

A Metro Health Inspector will visit retail establishments that sell tobacco products to ensure tobacco products are not being sold to individuals under the age of 21. Inspectors will also investigate complaints for smoking in undesignated areas.

The Inspector will visit retail establishments within 4 working days to verify tobacco products are being properly sold and to ensure compliance with the smoking ordinance and Metro Health procedures.

To report a business who is violation, please use the link below or call 311 Customer Service, at 311 or (210) 207-6000. 311 is available seven days a week from 7am-7pm and on holidays from 8am-5pm.

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