57-36-33. Penalties for violation of chapter

Except as otherwise provided in this chapter:
1. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter is guilty of a class A misdemeanor.
2. All cigarettes, cigarette papers, cigars, pipe tobacco, or other tobacco products in the possession of the person who violates any provision of this chapter, or in the place of business of the person, may be confiscated by the tax commissioner as provided under section 57-36-14 and forfeited to the state.  Any cigarette-making machine that is maintained or operated in violation of sections 57-36-05.3 , 57-36-05.4 , or 57-36-06.1 must be confiscated by the tax commissioner and forfeited to the state in accordance with chapter 29-31.1.