76-9-1116. Unlawful sale of a tobacco product, electronic cigarette product, or nicotine product.
(1) As used in this section: "Compensatory service" means service or unpaid work performed by an employee, in lieu of the payment of a fine or imprisonment. "Employee" means an employee or an owner of a tobacco retailer. Terms defined in Sectionsandapply to this section. 76-1-101.5 76-9-1101
(2) An actor commits unlawful sale of a tobacco product, electronic cigarette product, or nicotine product if the actor: is an employee; and with criminal negligence, sells or gives a tobacco product, an electronic cigarette product, or a nicotine product in the course of business to an individual younger than 21 years old.
(3) A violation of Subsectionis a class A misdemeanor. (2)