In most states, it is illegal to sell cigarettes from another state. I have found out the hard way. Cigars, not sure, small amounts from the state in which they came from and you are selling in the same state, don't know. But if you are selling cigarettes in a state, and the tax stamp shows another state..save yourself some trouble and stop.
They can issue a fine up to 1,000 dollars, and when i say "UP TO" 1,000 dollars...they pretty much mean $1,000. Also, maybe 6 months in jail. That is for the first offense. Oh, and not to forget the silver bracelets you get to sport for a while..lol
Anyone who smokes, or who can read...you know the prices of tobacco varies from state to state. That being said, prices of cigarettes in the south, much like everything else is cheaper than they are in the northeast.4.80 a pack vs. 10.00 a pack or more. Thats why most travel plazas along the interstates have a 2 carton max.
The main issue, is what else? MONEY..taxes from tobacco generate alot of money.
Call the ATF, they will sort out any questions you may have without getting in trouble. Just explain you found some tobacco products in a storage locker and are wondering what the laws would be to sell them. At the least, they may tell you to either use them yourself, or throw them away.
Just don't traffic large quantities.