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AL SB353

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/23/2012

Primary Sponsor

Bill Holtzclaw

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2012

AI Summary

  • Creates new crime of unlawful possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, classified as a Class B felony.

  • Establishes prima facie evidence of intent to distribute based on possession of specific quantities: more than 5 grams but less than 28 grams of cocaine, amphetamine, methamphetamine, or certain amphetamine derivatives; more than 1 gram but less than 4 grams of morphine, opium, or heroin.

  • Bill is exempt from Amendment 621 constitutional requirements regarding local funding because it defines a new crime rather than imposing unfunded mandates.

  • Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and Governor approval.

Legislative Description

Controlled substances, crime of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, created, penalties

Crimes and Offenses

Last Action

Pending third reading on day 22 Favorable from Judiciary with 1 substitute

5/9/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/23/2012

Full Bill Text

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