Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey
Last inspected:
9328 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey received seven stop-sale orders on January 27, 2025, for controlled substances prohibited under Florida law. Each order cited FS 893.03(1)(c)190.a. and FS 581.217(3)(e), requiring immediate removal of the products from sale. The facility was operating without a valid food permit at the time of inspection on the same date and must submit payment to obtain licensure.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey: FDACS Inspection History (1)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Product Re-inspection Required· 3 violations· 7 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety
inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food
Establishment shall remit payment of the appropriate fee within 10 days. Electronic online payment by credit card or e-check is
available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted but must be made payable to FDACS
and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please
note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Contact the Business Center
by email at [email protected] or by calling 850-245-5520 for further assistance.
Stop Sale Order issued. Food establishment may visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850)
245-5520 to request a written release of the Stop Sale Order. If the product contains a controlled substance, a court order obtained
by a law enforcement agency may be required before the Department may release the product for destruction. Failure to obtain a
written release from the Department prior to moving the stopped product or failure to comply with the terms of the Department's
written release will result in Administrative Action.
REQUEST 5125325
Risk-Based Violations
74
Retailer selling hemp extract intended for inhalation did not post a clear and
conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the product which states: "THE SALE OF HEMP
EXTRACT INTENDED FOR INHALATION TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED,
PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR PURCHASE". 5K-4.034(8)(a), F.A.C.Repeat
NO SIGNAGE
Good Retail Practice Violations
83
Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and
conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM
TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR
PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C.Repeat
NO SIGNAGE
99
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S.,
5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact
the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.Repeat
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit.
INSPECTION: KRATOM
Violation No.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
Comments: The product contains a control substance prohibited pursuant to Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, and may not be sold or distributed. To
request a Food Safety Inspector visit to obtain a written release of the Stop-Sale Order for purposes of removing and destroying the product,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Release of the product for destruction may require a court order.
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in this stop-sale order for destruction. The Food Establishment will not
hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
_____________________
Signature of Representative
Print Date: 1/27/2025
Page 1 of 5
Lot: Number of Packages:
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STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
Comments: The product contains a control substance prohibited pursuant to Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, and may not be sold or distributed. To
request a Food Safety Inspector visit to obtain a written release of the Stop-Sale Order for purposes of removing and destroying the product,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Release of the product for destruction may require a court order.
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in this stop-sale order for destruction. The Food Establishment will not
hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
_____________________
Signature of Representative
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
Comments: The product contains a control substance prohibited pursuant to Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, and may not be sold or distributed. To
request a Food Safety Inspector visit to obtain a written release of the Stop-Sale Order for purposes of removing and destroying the product,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Release of the product for destruction may require a court order.
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in this stop-sale order for destruction. The Food Establishment will not
hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
_____________________
Signature of Representative
Print Date: 1/27/2025
Page 2 of 5
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
Comments: The product contains a control substance prohibited pursuant to Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, and may not be sold or distributed. To
request a Food Safety Inspector visit to obtain a written release of the Stop-Sale Order for purposes of removing and destroying the product,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Release of the product for destruction may require a court order.
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in this stop-sale order for destruction. The Food Establishment will not
hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
_____________________
Signature of Representative
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
Comments: The product contains a control substance prohibited pursuant to Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, and may not be sold or distributed. To
request a Food Safety Inspector visit to obtain a written release of the Stop-Sale Order for purposes of removing and destroying the product,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Release of the product for destruction may require a court order.
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in this stop-sale order for destruction. The Food Establishment will not
hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
_____________________
Signature of Representative
Print Date: 1/27/2025
Page 3 of 5
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
Comments: The product contains a control substance prohibited pursuant to Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, and may not be sold or distributed. To
request a Food Safety Inspector visit to obtain a written release of the Stop-Sale Order for purposes of removing and destroying the product,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Release of the product for destruction may require a court order.
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in this stop-sale order for destruction. The Food Establishment will not
hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
_____________________
Signature of Representative
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP SALE ORDER
Reason: 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substance
Comments: The product contains a control substance prohibited pursuant to Chapter 893, Florida Statutes, and may not be sold or distributed. To
request a Food Safety Inspector visit to obtain a written release of the Stop-Sale Order for purposes of removing and destroying the product,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected]. Release of the product for destruction may require a court order.
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in this stop-sale order for destruction. The Food Establishment will not
hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
_____________________
Signature of Representative
Print Date: 1/27/2025
Page 4 of 5
When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in
violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning
of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that
such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all
persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal
is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or
processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes.
AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT
If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with
Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must
contain:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any).
2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of
pleadings and other papers shall be made.
3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must
identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts
alleged by the department (informal hearing).
4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice.
Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this
Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day
deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by
Florida Law.
HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS
JULIET BALOGH-WOJCIK
I, _____________________________________________________ the person in charge of Wow Smoke Shop 2 hereby waive a notice and a
hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report.
____________________________________________
(Signature)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document.
(Signature of FDACS Representative)
(Signature of Representative)
FREDERICK HICKS, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
JULIET BALOGH-WOJCIK, PERSON IN CHARGE
Print Name and Title
FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13
Print Date: 1/27/2025
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Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (7)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey last inspected?
- Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 27, 2025. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Product Re-inspection Required.
- How many inspections has Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey had?
- Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey find?
- Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 27, 2025 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Product Re-inspection Required).
- Has Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Wow Smoke Shop 2 in New Port Richey has 7 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS.
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