Tobacco 21
The sale of tobacco products is prohibited in San Francisco to those under 21 years old since June 9, 2016. There are no exceptions in the local law or in the California Stop Tobacco Access to Kids Enforcement (CA STAKE) act, including no exceptions for military personnel.
All tobacco establishments must post BOTH of the following signs at the tobacco products point of sale area:
San Francisco Blue Tobacco 21 Sign State of California Age of Sale sign
Signage may also be requested through the San Francisco Tobacco Free Project.
Making a Complaint
If you would like to make a complaint regarding the illegal sale of tobacco to minors or a related tobacco sales complaint, call 311.
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San Francisco Department of Public Health Environmental Health Branch