Phil Guerin
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Vape shops challenge Denver’s flavored tobacco ban in court
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The smoke has yet to settle in the battle over the city’s flavored tobacco ban as local vape shop owners have sued the City and County of Denver, asking the court to declare the ordinance unconstitutional and stop its enforcement. The Rocky Mountain Smoke Free Alliance filed a complaint in Denver District Court on Thursday…
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As Denver’s flavored tobacco ban takes effect, retailers face fines, inspections
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Enforcement of Denver’s flavored tobacco ban began on Jan. 1 and city officials said that while education efforts will continue, retailers can expect both public-facing and undercover investigations to ensure compliance. The Denver Department of Public Health and Environment is responsible for enforcing the ban, which prohibits the sale of any flavored tobacco or nicotine…
