CT SB00430

Adds a 90-day grace period for expired cigarette dealer licenses, during which operations without a valid license are not considered violations under sections 12-286(e)(1) and (2).

Creates a new infraction category with a $90 fine for dealers operating without a valid license during the 90-day grace period following expiration, rather than the standard criminal penalties.

Modifies section 12-304(a) to distinguish between licensed dealers and other persons violating cigarette tax stamp requirements, with licensed dealers committing infractions (not to exceed 600 cigarettes on first violation) subject to $90 fines instead of up to $1,000 fines or one year imprisonment.

Clarifies that violations under section 12-304(a) include selling, offering for sale, displaying, or possessing unstamped cigarettes or cigarettes whose stamping is prohibited, with different penalties based on dealer status and quantity.

All provisions take effect July 1, 2010.