Explanatory Memorandum

Tobacco Retailers Act (Northern Ireland) 2014

2014 CHAPTER 4

25 March 2014

Commentary on Sections

Section 14:  Withdrawal of fixed penalty notices

Provides that a council can withdraw a fixed penalty notice.  In the case of a fixed penalty notice being withdrawn, no criminal proceedings for the related offence can be brought, and any payments made by the individual following receipt of the fixed penalty notice must be repaid by the council.