Self-service sale of tobacco.

No person shall sell or distribute cigarettes or other tobacco product, except cigars, through a self-service display. Subsection (a) of this section shall not apply to: Vending machines that are permitted under § 47-2404(b)(3); or Self-service displays that are located in a tobacco specialty store. Any person who violates subsection (a) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be fined not more than $500 nor less than $100, imprisoned not more than 30 days, or both, for the first offense. Any person convicted of a subsequent violation of subsection (a) of this section shall be fined not more than $1,000 nor less than $500, imprisoned not more than 90 days, or both.