AZ SB1018

Possession of fentanyl is elevated from a class 4 felony to a class 3 felony under subsection A, paragraph 1.

Persons convicted of fentanyl offenses involving paragraphs 2, 3, 5, 6, or 7 of subsection A are ineligible for suspension of sentence, probation, pardon, or early release until serving their imposed sentence or becoming eligible under section 41-1604.07.

Fentanyl violations under subsection A, paragraph 1 remain eligible for probation only if the person has not previously been convicted of any felony and meets other specified eligibility requirements.

All narcotic drug convictions require a mandatory fine of not less than $2,000 or three times the drug value (whichever is greater), which judges cannot suspend or reduce.

Persons granted probation for drug violations must perform at least 360 hours of community restitution with organizations providing drug treatment, counseling, rehabilitation, or victim services.