Bill Title: Crimes involving synthetic drugs. Makes possessing or dealing in a substance that is a controlled substance analog an offense of the same level as possession of or dealing in the controlled substance of which the substance is an analog. Defines "substance represented to be a controlled substance" and establishes certain factors the trier of fact may consider to determine if a substance meets the definition. Repeals crimes concerning synthetic drug lookalike substances. Provides that convictions for synthetic drug offenses will, in certain cases, no longer be treated the same as marijuana offenses. Makes conforming amendments.

Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Republican 4-1)

Status: (Passed) 2019-04-24 - Public Law 80 [HB1186 Detail]

Text: Latest bill text (Enrolled) [PDF]

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