AL HB330

Creates a new crime of "drug-induced murder" for knowingly selling, furnishing, giving away, delivering, or distributing controlled substances (Schedules I-V) that cause the death of the recipient or another person.

Classifies drug-induced murder as a Class B felony with enhanced penalties of at least 20 years imprisonment and a $500,000 fine if the defendant has a prior felony drug offense conviction.

Exempts licensed medical practitioners (physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, veterinarians, scientific investigators), pharmacies, hospitals, and other licensed institutions that distribute controlled substances in the course of professional practice or research.

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