Crimes and offenses; unlawful possession with intent to distribute fentanyl further provided for, trafficking in illegal drugs containing fentanyl further provided for
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This bill amends Alabama law to increase the penalties for unlawful possession and distribution of fentanyl and trafficking in illegal drugs containing fentanyl. Specifically, it lowers the threshold for possessing fentanyl from over one-half gram to over one-quarter gram, and from over two grams to over one gram, while increasing penalties for trafficking. It also clarifies the definition of trafficking in illegal drugs containing fentanyl analogues. The bill aims to address the growing opioid crisis and combat the distribution of dangerous drugs.
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