SB4221 Summary

• Establishes a Class X felony with mandatory sentence of 9-40 years imprisonment and up to $250,000 fine for knowingly selling or dispensing any scheduled drug containing a detectable amount of fentanyl.

• Creates a Class 1 felony with up to $100,000 fine for knowingly using an electronic communication device to further controlled substance trafficking involving fentanyl-containing substances.

• Defines "electronic communication device" to include wireless telephones, personal digital assistants, and portable/mobile computers capable of transmitting images or pictures.

• Adds 3 years mandatory minimum to sentences for violations of controlled substance offenses when the substance contains any amount of fentanyl, and increases maximum sentence by 3 years.

• Applies enhanced penalties specifically to fentanyl-related offenses while maintaining existing penalty structures for other controlled substances under the Illinois Controlled Substances Act.