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CA AB701

Bill

Status

Passed

10/8/2023

Primary Sponsor

Cottie Petrie-Norris

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Origin

State Assembly

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Adds fentanyl to controlled substances subject to additional prison terms when convicted of violating drug sales or possession for sale statutes, with terms ranging from 3 to 25 years depending on weight thresholds (1 to 80+ kilograms).

  • Requires defendants to have known of the substance's nature or character as a controlled substance to receive the additional fentanyl-related terms under Sections 11351, 11351.5, and 11352.

  • Authorizes courts to impose fines up to $1 million to $8 million (depending on weight thresholds) on persons receiving additional fentanyl-related prison terms, contingent on finding reasonable expectation of collection.

  • Applies the same weight-based sentencing enhancements for fentanyl as previously existed only for heroin, cocaine base, and cocaine.

  • Exempts the state from reimbursing local agencies or school districts for costs, as the bill constitutes a change in crime penalties and definitions under California law.

Legislative Description

Controlled substances: fentanyl.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 540, Statutes of 2023.

10/8/2023

Committee Referrals

Appropriations6/28/2023
Public Safety6/7/2023
Rules5/26/2023
Appropriations5/1/2023
Public Safety2/23/2023

Full Bill Text

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