Serious felonies: furnishing fentanyl to a minor.
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill amends California law to classify furnishing fentanyl or fentanyl analogs to a minor as a serious felony. It expands the definition of a ‘serious felony’ to include this specific act, which would result in a state-mandated enhancement for conviction. The bill also addresses the potential for reimbursement to local agencies, stating that no reimbursement will be required for the costs associated with prosecuting this new crime.
Key provisions
- Includes knowingly furnishing fentanyl or fentanyl analogs to a minor as a ‘serious felony’.
- Expands the definition of a ‘serious felony’ to encompass fentanyl distribution to minors.
- Imposes a state-mandated enhancement for conviction of this new serious felony.
- States that no reimbursement is required for local agencies or school districts due to the creation of a new crime.
Who is affected
- Minors
- Criminal defendants
- Prosecutors
- Local law enforcement agencies
- School districts
Notable changes
- Adds a new serious felony offense related to fentanyl distribution to minors.
- Modifies the definition of a ‘serious felony’ to include this new offense.
- Eliminates the possibility of plea bargaining in cases involving this new serious felony.
Fiscal impact
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