Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for manufacturing, creating, delivering, or possessing with intent certain schedule 1 and 2 controlled substances; amend. Amends sec. 13m, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.13m). TIE BAR WITH: SB 460'25
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Overview
This bill amends Michigan’s criminal procedure code to update sentencing guidelines for crimes involving the manufacturing, creation, delivery, or possession with intent of certain Schedule 1 and 2 controlled substances. It specifically modifies existing penalties for offenses related to ephedrine/pseudoephedrine sales, methamphetamine production, imitation controlled substances, and the possession/delivery of various controlled substances, including heroin, fentanyl, and marihuana. The bill also addresses issues related to controlled substance laboratories and fraudulent prescriptions.
Key provisions
- Increases penalties for selling, distributing, or delivering ephedrine or pseudoephedrine by mail, internet, or telephone.
- Raises penalties for soliciting others to purchase or obtain ephedrine or pseudoephedrine for methamphetamine production.
- Modifies penalties for the delivery or manufacture of imitation controlled substances.
- Establishes stricter sentencing guidelines for the possession and delivery of significant quantities of certain Schedule 1 and 2 controlled substances, including specific amounts of heroin, fentanyl, and carfentanil.
- Addresses penalties for operating controlled substance laboratories, particularly those involving hazardous waste or near sensitive locations.
- Updates penalties for fraudulent obtaining of controlled substances or prescriptions.
- Includes penalties for controlled substance violations by licensees and related offenses.
- Requires a concurrent enactment with Senate Bill 460 to ensure the bill’s implementation.
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