Smoking, Vaping Banned at California State Parks and Beaches Starting in January

A no smoking sign is pictured in Los Angeles on July 25, 2007. David McNew/Getty Images

In a noteworthy break from his predecessors, Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a new law that forbids smoking and vaping at state parks and beaches. The law applies equally to marijuana, tobacco, pipes, and any form of e-cigarette.

As of January 2020, violators of the new law will be fined up to $25 for smoking or disposing of cigarette or cigar waste.