The “STOP 18” responsible sales program is already being implemented for the fourteenth time. It is a joint initiative of tobacco companies, social organizations, and local governments aimed at preventing minors from accessing tobacco products.
Among the 21 active entities are Philip Morris Polska, Ruch, Real, the Polish Chamber of Commerce, and the Children’s Friends Society. The STOP 18 program is supported by the Ministry of Interior and Administration, the Police Headquarters, the National Council of Municipal and Municipal Guard Command, and the Scouts of Poland.
However, no initiative will be successful without the involvement of communities. Reacting to every irregularity, in concern for the health of our children, there is a chance that this just initiative will have an effect. Everyone should not only read but above all adhere to the following message:
The Commander of the Municipal Guard in Myszków informs that in September and October 2011, the “STOP 18” campaign is being carried out in the city of Myszków with the aim of implementing the fourteenth edition of the Responsible Tobacco Sales Program. The main goal of the campaign is to improve compliance with the ban on selling tobacco products to minors by reminding sellers of the relevant laws, the consequences of non-compliance, and by training sellers in this regard.
We remind you:
1. A seller has the right to identify young-looking individuals who ask for cigarettes.
2. Everyone has the right to react when witnessing the sale of cigarettes to a minor or the smuggling of cigarettes.
3. Everyone should report such offenses to the Police at 997 or the Municipal Guard at 34 313-21-42.
SELLING TOBACCO PRODUCTS CONTRARY TO THE LAW MAY RESULT IN SANCTIONS:
1. A fine of 500 zł for selling tobacco products to minors.
2. Up to 2000 zł in fines for refusing to accept the fine and referring the case to the District Court.
3. Civil liability on the part of the parent of the minor who purchased cigarettes.
4. Placement of the sales point on the BLACKLIST of the STOP 18 Program!