Source: Radio New Zealand
Selling or supplying a non-approved psychoactive product such as nitrous oxide carries a fine of up to $500,000. RNZ / Rose Garratt
A retailer in Rotorua faces a fine of up to $500,000 or a maximum term of two year’s in jail for selling nitrous oxide, also known as nangs, for recreational use.
“Our beat team had engaged with the retailer several times, yet he refused to heed our warnings,” District Commander Superintendent Will Loughrin said.
“So now he will face the consequences, which is a criminal charge of selling or supplying a non-approved psychoactive product which carries a fine of up to $500,000 or a maximum term of two year’s imprisonment.”
More than 300 canisters have been taken out of circulation, he said.
Assistant Commissioner Tusha Penny said the man showed “complete disregard for the law and has persisted in selling this substance for recreational use”.
He was charged under the Psychoactive Substances Act and is the first prosecution of a retailer in the district.
The man will appear in the Rotorua District Court on Thursday.
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