Speak Up! - View Question #503
« LawForKids.org home page | « Go back to speak up question #503

Question: Are sniffing whiteout and magic markers illegal?

Answer: Inhaling toxic vapors is commonly referred to as 'Huffing' and it is against the law in Arizona.

It is against the law to knowingly breathe, inhale, or drink a vapor-releasing toxic substance. Common things that fit this definition are glue, spray paint, gasoline, etc.

There are also regulations regarding the sale of inhalants. Using or selling these substances is regarded as a class 5 felony or a class 1 misdemeanor depending on the seriousness of the offense. (ARS 13-3403).

Also see more information on this topic under substances in the LawForKids.org Laws section.
Comments
51 thru 55 of 84 comments
On 12/21/03
Lexxi from NY said:
Yo homies ya anyways u can get high off of white out? dats awesome... i was wonderisn y i was liked dat afta sniffinf white outj!
On 12/07/03
Chelsea from CT said:
I sniff markers and highlighters sometimes and i have been doing it a while now but im scared because of the things ive been finding and hearing and i cannot stop sniffing. Somebody help me please! My friends and teachers are worried about me but i dont know what to do. if somebody has the answers please tell me what they are!
On 12/06/03
chelsea from CT said:
hey im totally with ya erin im so addicted to sharpies it isnt even funny and im soooo scared somebody help me please!!!!!
On 12/06/03
chelsea from CT said:
i sniff sharpies and expo markers my gosh they're so addicting and i am soo scared. i sniff them like once or more a day and every1 is worried about me i cant stop and i need help please help! this is scary
On 11/19/03
Mr. Wizard from CT said:
non toxic magic markers are water based. they don't contain any volatile chemicals, so they won't get you high.
51 thru 55 of 84 comments


Read more about the law and Illegal Substances
Related Stories
Related Laws
« LawForKids.org home page | « Go back to speak up question #503