44 % more people are abused with VAPES, compared to 41 % increase in people.
3, 171 people were convicted of using or possessing e-vaporizers in the first quarter of 2025, a 44 % increase over the same period in 2024 (2, 200 ).
3, 557 people were detained for similar crimes in the last third of 2024.
The officials cautioned against possessing, using, or purchasing cigarettes, while people found selling them faces a fine of up to S$ 10,000, a prison term of up to six months, or both, with more severe penalties for repeat criminals.
All tobacco products that are not permitted to be smoked may become seized and seize.
According to MOH and HSA, those who don’t pay their sanctions on time will face harsher penalties if they are tried in court. In addition, 27 criminals were charged between January 2024 and March 2025.