ND HB1269

Reduces mandatory minimum sentences for drug offenses involving controlled substances, with reductions ranging from 3 to 8 years depending on the offense classification and prior conviction status.

Reclassifies ingesting marijuana as a class B misdemeanor (reduced from class A misdemeanor) and establishes that possession of one ounce or less of marijuana is a class B misdemeanor rather than a felony.

Excludes prior misdemeanor marijuana convictions and certain prior drug convictions from being counted as prior offenses for purposes of determining mandatory minimum sentences.

Modifies theft statutes to exclude prescription drug theft when five or fewer capsules, pills, or tablets are stolen from triggering felony classification.

Allows offenders convicted of certain drug possession violations before August 1, 2015, to have their sentences reconsidered by the parole board, and expands overdose immunity protections for individuals seeking emergency medical assistance for drug overdoses.