HB376 Summary

• Creates the crime of unlawful possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance under Alabama Code Section 13A-12-211.

• Establishes specific quantity thresholds for controlled substances that trigger the intent-to-distribute offense: more than 8 grams but less than 28 grams for cocaine, amphetamine, methamphetamine, and certain methylenedioxy compounds; more than 2 grams but less than 4 grams for morphine, opium, and heroin.

• Classifies unlawful possession with intent to distribute as a Class B felony, matching the penalty for unlawful distribution.

• Became effective on the first day of the third month following passage and gubernatorial approval.

• Passed the House on April 5, 2012 and the Senate on May 8, 2012.