Cutting smoking among Oklahoma's teens

A state program helped cut student suspensions for tobacco by more than two thirds. <br><br>Tulsa education officials say the program uses fines and possible driver's license suspensions to discourage

Tuesday, September 3rd 2002, 12:00 am

By: News On 6

A state program helped cut student suspensions for tobacco by more than two thirds.

Tulsa education officials say the program uses fines and possible driver's license suspensions to discourage smoking in schools. It is a $100 fine for students caught with tobacco products on school grounds.

Unpaid fines can lead to a suspended driver's licenses. Students younger than the driving age can't get their licenses if they have outstanding fines to pay.

Schools in several cities including Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Edmond are using the program.