TT-37 – Tobacco violations report (2002)
Learn about tobacco compliance violations and monetary fines issued during 2002
This bulletin lists tobacco licensees that admitted to violating Maryland tobacco laws and regulations during 2002. Businesses voluntarily paid fines instead of facing suspension or revocation of their licenses or permits.
What you need to know
- Multiple tobacco businesses were fined during 2002
- Violations included below-cost cigarette sales and late tax filings
- Fines ranged from $250 to $2,500
- Businesses paid fines in place of suspension or revocation actions
Who This Applies To
This bulletin applies to:
- Tobacco wholesalers
- Tobacco distributors
- Businesses selling cigarettes in Maryland
- Businesses responsible for tobacco tax reporting
Violations Reported
The following violations were reported during 2002:
- Interstate 95 Inc.
- Permit: TW-00671
Violation:
- Violated the Cigarette Sales Below Cost Act
Fine:
- $2,500
- Merchant’s Grocery Co., Inc.
- Permit: TW-00532
Violation:
- Violated the Cigarette Sales Below Cost Act
Fine:
- $250
- G.A. Andron & Co., Inc.
- Permit: TW-00423
Violation:
- Repeated failure to file cigarette and other tobacco products tax returns and reports on time
Fine:
- $1,000
- Fleming Companies, Inc.
- Permit: TW-00628
Violation:
- Repeated failure to file cigarette tax returns and reports on time
Fine:
- $1,000
- Restaurant Depot Enterprises
- Permit: TW-00594
Violation:
- Violated the Cigarette Sales Below Cost Act
Fine:
- $1,500
What Violations Were Involved
The violations in this bulletin involved:
- Selling cigarettes below cost
- Failing to file tobacco tax returns on time
- Failing to submit required reports
- Repeated noncompliance with Maryland tobacco laws
Requirements for Tobacco Businesses
Maryland tobacco businesses must:
- Follow cigarette pricing laws
- File tax returns and reports by required deadlines
- Maintain accurate records
- Comply with Maryland tobacco tax requirements
Businesses that do not comply may face:
- Monetary fines
- License suspension
- License revocation
- Additional enforcement actions
What This Means for Businesses
This bulletin shows that Maryland regulators monitor:
- Cigarette pricing practices
- Tobacco tax filings
- Reporting compliance
- Repeat violations
Businesses should review internal compliance procedures to avoid fines and enforcement actions.
Important Notes
- These violations were resolved through voluntary fine payments
- Enforcement actions were issued under Section 16-212 of the Business Regulation Article
- The bulletin covers violations from January 1, 2002 through December 31, 2002
Need Help?
For questions about tobacco violations, contact the ATCC: 410-260-7314 ext. 4 or [email protected]