The DC Code: § 7-1708 Exceptions.

This subchapter shall not prohibit smoking in the following areas:

1

An area where smoking is permitted by any provision of this subchapter;

2

A tobacco shop or store primarily concerned with selling tobacco and smoking equipment;

3

Upon the stage by performers during the course of any theatrical performance if smoking is part of the theatrical production;

4

A tavern or nightclub as defined in § 25-101(52) and (33), respectively; or

5

A room or hall that is used for private social functions, which includes weddings, banquets, and parties.

Historical and Statutory

Prior Codifications 1981 Ed., § 6-918. Effect of Amendments D.C. Law 16-191, in par. (4), substituted "§ 25-101(52) and (33)" for § 25- 103(17) and (23)". Legislative History of Laws For legislative history of D.C. Law 7-100, see Historical and Statutory Notes following § 7-1703.01. For Law 16-191, see notes following § 7-103. References in Text Section 25-103, referred to in paragraph (4) of this section, is part of Title 25, D.C. Code, which title was amended and enacted by D.C. Law 13-298, effective May 3, 2001. For disposition of the subject matter of former Title 25, see the Disposition Table preceding § 25-101. Delegation of Authority Delegation of authority under D.C. Law 3-22, the District of Columbia Smoking Restriction Act of 1979, see Mayor's Order 90-192, December 13, 1990. DC CODE § 7-1708 Current through December 11, 2012

Credits

(Sept. 28, 1979, D.C. Law 3-22, § 10, as added Mar. 29, 1988, D.C. Law 7- 100, § 2(h), 35 DCR 1182; Mar. 2, 2007, D.C. Law 16-191, § 34, 53 DCR 6794.)