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25 cases of storage, transportation, sale of non-excised tobacco products revealed in November

25,748 non-excised cigarettes of various denominations, with a total market value of more than ₾150 000 ($55,558), were seized. Photo: Investigation Service

Agenda.ge, 05 Dec 2023 - 11:46, Tbilisi,Georgia

The Investigation Service of the Ministry of Finance of Georgia on Tuesday said it had revealed 25 facts of storage, transportation and sale of “large quantities” of non-excised tobacco products in November.

The body said 25,748 non-excised cigarettes of various denominations, with a total market value of more than ₾150 000 ($55,558), were seized.

It added 24 individuals were charged as part of the action, including 12 who were arrested.

The crime is punishable between six to eight years in prison.

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