21.Apr.2008 HospitalityLawyer: Mexico City Bans Smoking

MEXICO CITY, one of the world’s smoggiest cities, has banned smoking in all public spaces, including bars, restaurants and office buildings. Mexico City is the largest city in the world to pass a smoking ban. Exceptions to the new law, which was passed by the city assembly late last year, include parks, soccer stadiums and outdoor seating areas. Smokers who violate the new law will be fined between $50 and $300, with higher fines, including closure, for restaurant and bar owners who ignore the rules.