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CT HB06240
Bill
Status
1/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Rosa Rebimbas
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AI Summary
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Provides immunity from prosecution for illegal possession of controlled substances under Connecticut General Statutes § 21a-279 for persons who seek medical assistance for another person experiencing a drug-related overdose, provided the evidence is obtained as a result of seeking such assistance.
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Immunity applies only when the person acts in good faith in seeking medical assistance for the overdose victim.
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Immunity does not preclude prosecution for illegal sale, manufacture, or distribution of controlled substances under § 21a-277 or § 21a-278.
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Intended to encourage persons to call for emergency assistance on behalf of people suffering from drug overdoses.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Immunity For Reporting A Drug Overdose.
Last Action
Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary
1/27/2011