BILL · 1997–98 SESSION
SB 5687: Minor possession of tobacco
Making minor possession of tobacco a class 3 civil infraction and clarifying penalties for violation of current laws regarding youth access to tobacco.
Summary
- A minor who possesses or attempts to possess cigarettes or tobacco products commits a class 3 civil infraction, and is subject to fine of up to $50 and must participate in four hours of community service. A court may also require a minor to participate in a smoking cessation program.
From the Senate Bill Report (SB 5687), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗
Did not pass Did not pass · stalled on the Senate floor
- IntroducedFeb 7, 1997
- Out of committeestopped here
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- Governor
- Law
Sponsors
Prime sponsor: Ray Schow (R-30)
4 co-sponsors (2 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Votes
No recorded floor votes.
History
The Legislature's online data doesn't include step-by-step history for sessions before 2001. Its final status is shown above, and the official bill page may have more.
SB 5687 in other sessions
Bill numbers restart every two years, so the same number is a different bill in each session.
- SB 5687 (2025–26) Performance audits/tax share
- SB 5687 (2023–24) Wrestling grant programs
- SB 5687 (2021–22) Traffic safety
- SB 5687 (2019–20) Retirement system opt-out
- SB 5687 (2017–18) Guardianship curriculum
- SB 5687 (2015–16) Detention standards
- SB 5687 (2013–14) Emergency medical responders
- SB 5687 (2011–12) Office of Native education