44-20-8.2. Transactions only with licensed manufacturers, importers, distributors, and dealers
A manufacturer or importer may sell or distribute cigarettes to a person located or doing business within this state, only if such person is a licensed importer or distributor. An importer may obtain cigarettes only from a licensed manufacturer. A distributor may sell or distribute cigarettes to a person located or doing business within this state, only if such person is a licensed distributor or dealer. A distributor may obtain cigarettes only from a licensed manufacturer, importer, or distributor. A dealer may obtain cigarettes only from a licensed distributor.