(A) Signs. Any person engaged in the retail sale of graffiti implements, including, but not limited to, any aerosol containers of paint, any felt tip marker pens, or paint sticks, shall display at the location of retail sales, a sign clearly visible and legible to employees and customers which states as follows:
It is unlawful for any person to sell, lend, or give to any individual under the age of 18 years, who is not accompanied by a responsible adult, any aerosol container of paint or any felt tip marker pen or paint stick with a tip greater than one-eighth inch.
(B) Display requirement.
(1) Every person or business engaged in a commercial enterprise shall display for sale, trade or exchange, any aerosol paint container or felt tip marker either:
(a) In an area continuously observable, through direct visual observation or surveillance equipment, by employees of the retail establishment during the regular course of business; or
(b) In an area not accessible to the public in the regular course of business without employee assistance.
(2) Nothing herein shall relieve such person or business entity from, at all times, complying with the requirements of Cal. Penal Code § 594.1(c) by posting signs as described therein.
(Ord. 05-1975, passed 8-16-2005)