AL SB309

Lowers the threshold for "unlawful possession with intent to distribute" fentanyl by adding a new category: possessing more than one-half gram but less than one gram of pure fentanyl, fentanyl analogues, or the precursor ANPP (Class B felony)

Removes fentanyl mixtures from the general heroin/morphine trafficking category and creates a separate trafficking offense specifically for fentanyl mixtures of four grams or more

Establishes tiered penalties for trafficking in fentanyl mixtures: 4-14 grams (3 years mandatory, $50,000 fine), 14-28 grams (10 years, $100,000), 28-56 grams (25 years, $500,000), 56+ grams (life imprisonment)

Adds enhanced penalties for repeat fentanyl mixture trafficking convictions: second conviction adds 5 years (non-suspendable), third or subsequent conviction adds 10 years (non-suspendable)

Effective date: October 1, 2026