Virginia law mandates the forfeiture and destruction of cigarettes sold unlawfully or counterfeit cigarettes possessed in violation of state statutes. It also covers the seizure of equipment and property used in illegal cigarette sales or possession, including provisions for law enforcement use in undercover operations. These laws aim to combat illegal cigarette sales, counterfeit products, and related violations.
Cigarettes sold unlawfully in delivery sales and counterfeit cigarettes possessed in violation of state statutes are subject to forfeiture and destruction.
Yes, counterfeit cigarettes can be used in undercover law enforcement operations, but they must remain under law enforcement control and not be distributed to the public.
Fixtures, equipment, materials, and personal property used in connection with illegal cigarette sales or possession can be seized and forfeited.
Seized counterfeit cigarettes are either destroyed or assigned for use in law enforcement undercover operations, ensuring they are not distributed to the public.