AL HB322

Prohibits business establishments from selling, dispensing, or distributing dextromethorphan to persons under 18 years of age.

Requires sellers to verify age using government-issued photo identification showing the person is 18 or older, unless the seller reasonably believes the buyer is 27 or older.

Establishes escalating penalties for violations: first conviction receives a warning, second conviction within two years results in $100 fine, third conviction $200 fine, and fourth or subsequent conviction $300 fine.

Exempts prescription medications dispensed by licensed pharmacists and does not require businesses to maintain transaction records or store dextromethorphan in specific locations.

Prohibits political subdivisions from adopting or enforcing ordinances, orders, rules, or policies governing the sale, distribution, or possession of dextromethorphan; declares such local measures void and unenforceable.

Becomes effective January 1, 2021.