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CT HB06375

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/23/2025

Primary Sponsor

Donna Veach

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends section 54-33p of Connecticut general statutes to restore law enforcement authority to use cannabis odor as basis for motor vehicle stops
  • Allows officers to conduct investigatory stops or searches of vehicles and vehicle occupants based on cannabis odor detection
  • Reverses current restrictions that were put in place following cannabis legalization in the state
  • Stated purpose is to prevent deaths and injuries caused by impaired drivers

Legislative Description

An Act Permitting Law Enforcement To Stop A Motor Vehicle Due To The Odor Of Cannabis.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary

1/23/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/23/2025

Full Bill Text

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