IN SB0448

Defines "synthetic cannabinoid" as substances containing specific chemical compounds including JWH-018, JWH-073, HU-210, CP 47,497, and 13 other named compounds commonly found in products marketed as "Spice"

Makes possession, dealing, manufacturing, or delivering synthetic cannabinoids subject to the same criminal penalties as marijuana, hash oil, and hashish offenses

Possession of more than 2 grams of synthetic cannabinoid elevates the offense from Class A misdemeanor to Class D felony; amounts of 300 grams or more constitute a Class C felony

Adds synthetic cannabinoid offenses to the list of drug crimes that can result in professional license suspension or revocation for emergency medical personnel, teachers, and other licensed practitioners

Allows first-time offenders charged with possession of synthetic cannabinoid as a Class A misdemeanor to have charges dismissed upon fulfilling court-ordered conditions, with no prior drug convictions