In the past,the French could smoke anywhere they wanted. From now on they cannot smoke in public or they have to pay anti-smoking fines. That is,the French are not allowed to smoke in elevators,post offices,banks,schools or government offices dealing with the public. however , they can still smoke in cars,parks,cafes and restaurants. According to the new law, the fines range from $ 8 to $ 16. As a result, the fines put France among the toughest anti-smoking countries in Europe.