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MS HB1355

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/18/2012

Primary Sponsor

Mark Baker

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the prohibition on illegally obtaining controlled substances to also include legend drugs (prescription medications)
  • Adds "larceny" and "embezzlement" to the list of prohibited methods for acquiring controlled substances or legend drugs, alongside existing prohibitions on misrepresentation, fraud, forgery, deception, and subterfuge
  • Maintains existing prohibition on possessing, selling, delivering, or transferring false, fraudulent, or forged prescriptions
  • Violations carry a penalty of 1-5 years imprisonment and/or a fine of up to $1,000
  • Effective date: July 1, 2012

Legislative Description

Controlled substances; acquiring by theft, fraud and the like.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/18/2012

Full Bill Text

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