(a) Except as provided by subsection (b) of this section, a retailer or other person may not:
(1) Offer tobacco products for sale in a manner that permits a customer direct access to the tobacco products;
(2) Offer for sale or display for sale tobacco products by means of self-service merchandise; or
(3) Install or maintain an open display unit containing tobacco products.
(b) It is a defense to prosecution under subsection (a) of this section if:
(1) A facility or business is not open to persons younger than 18 years of age at any time;
(2) A facility or business is a premises for which a person holds a package store permit issued under the alcoholic beverage code; or
(3) An open display unit is located in an area that is inaccessible to customers.
(Prior Code, § 13-183-1)