New Victorian Laws Tackle Black Market Tobacco

New Victorian laws to shut down businesses selling illicit tobacco

The Victorian government has announced new powers to shut down premises linked to illicit tobacco. Under laws to be introduced this year, Tobacco Licensing Victoria will be able to order businesses caught selling illicit tobacco to close. Landlords will also be given new powers to kick out businesses selling illicit tobacco. Those that knowingly allow these sales will face tough new penalties. Inspectors will also get the power to destroy seized…