MS SB2335

Creates new offense of drug-distribution overdose manslaughter for persons who unlawfully distribute Schedule I or II controlled substances that proximately cause a death by overdose, punishable by up to 20 years imprisonment, fine up to $1,000,000, or both.

Creates new offense of aggravated distribution of a controlled substance for persons who unlawfully distribute Schedule I or II controlled substances that proximately cause serious bodily injury by overdose, punishable by up to 20 years imprisonment, fine up to $1,000,000, or both.

Amends manslaughter penalties to establish separate sentencing for drug-distribution overdose manslaughter distinct from other manslaughter convictions.

Applies to unlawful distribution of drugs listed in Schedule I (Section 41-29-113) or Schedule II (Section 41-29-115) of Mississippi controlled substances laws.

Effective July 1, 2019.