AL SB218

Creates a new crime of "failure to render aid" that applies when a person engages in unlawful use of a controlled substance (Schedules I-V) with another individual.

Requires a person to knowingly seek medical assistance when another person suffers an overdose or significant adverse physical reaction to the controlled substance.

The crime is committed only if the overdose or adverse physical reaction proximately causes the death of the other individual.

Failure to render aid is classified as a Class C felony.

The act becomes effective on October 1, 2025.