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louth woman 60 who offered tobacco for sale on facebook fined 2500 after customs sting

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This is a minor local enforcement case involving illegal tobacco sales on Facebook. No significant commercial mechanism, supply chain impact, or sector-wide effect. The fine is small and isolated to an individual. No material impact on any sector.

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  • Carole Kerley fined €2,500 for selling tobacco without tax stamps on Facebook.
  • Customs officer conducted test purchase on January 20, 2025.
  • Potential revenue loss to State estimated at €667.84.
  • 1kg fine cut tobacco offered for €500.
  • Judge granted 12 months to pay fine and approved legal aid.

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