Tobacco compliance checks were performed in West Fargo on Monday, March 10, 2025. In total, 13 businesses were checked and 12 passed, resulting in a 92% compliance rate.
Fargo Cass Public Health (FCPH) appreciates the cooperation of the business communities across Cass County. Several times per year, FCPH partners with local law enforcement agencies to carry out tobacco compliance checks in Fargo, West Fargo and Cass County. The intent of the checks is to ensure tobacco retailers are not selling any tobacco products to minors. Licensed tobacco retailers are encouraged to periodically review City ordinances and state laws related to the sale of tobacco products and to include this important information in training for new employees.
West Fargo business that failed:
• Eagle Run Crossing – 3210 Sheyenne St., West Fargo, ND 58078 – first fail in one year
Penalties in West Fargo:
• First violation – written warning including one-year probation
• Second failure during probationary period – three-day suspension of the tobacco license
• Third failure during probationary period – ten-day suspension of the tobacco license
• Subsequent violations during probationary period – 30-day suspension of the tobacco license