Can you smoke in a car?
Verified 09 June 2023 - Legal and Administrative Information Directorate (Prime Minister)
Yes, it is possible, but it is forbidden to all vehicle occupants of smoking in the presence of a minor.
Smoking in a car in the presence of a minor is punishable by a fine of up to €750.
In general, it is a fine of €135.
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- Public Health Code: Articles L3512-1 to L3512-9Prohibition of smoking in a vehicle in the presence of a minor (Article L3512-9)
- Public Health Code: Articles R3515-2 to R3515-9Fine (Article R3515-4)
- Penal Code: Articles 131-12 to 131-18Fine incurred (Article 131-13)
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