NC H393

Clarifies the definition of "caretaker" in North Carolina's juvenile code to include stepparents, foster parents, household members, adult relatives, potential adoptive parents, residential facility staff, and Department of Health and Human Services employees or volunteers, while specifying this duty applies only to the juvenile subchapter.

Expands G.S. 14-401.11 to prohibit the knowing distribution of beverages (in addition to food) containing noxious substances, controlled substances, or poisonous chemicals that could injure a person's health.

Amends the definition of "mentally incapacitated" in Article 7B of Chapter 14 to clarify that a victim rendered substantially incapable of appraising their conduct or resisting sexual acts due to a poisonous or controlled substance provided without their knowledge or consent is considered mentally incapacitated.

Establishes penalties ranging from Class I felony (for mild physical discomfort) to Class C felony (for poisonous substances causing serious injury or death) for violations of the food and beverage distribution statute.

Becomes effective December 1, 2019, and applies to offenses committed on or after that date, with a savings clause preserving prosecution of prior offenses.