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NJ A4814

Bill

Status

Passed

1/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dan Hutchison

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Origin

General Assembly

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Classifies tianeptine, an antidepressant drug with opioid-like effects and addiction potential, as a Schedule II controlled dangerous substance under New Jersey law

  • Adds tianeptine and all its salts, sulfates, free acids, compounds, derivatives, and precursors to the list of Schedule II opiates

  • Manufacturing, distributing, or possessing tianeptine with intent to distribute would become a second-degree crime (5-10 years imprisonment, up to $150,000 fine) for one ounce or more, or a third-degree crime (3-5 years, up to $75,000 fine) for less than one ounce

  • Simple possession of any amount would be a third-degree crime punishable by 3-5 years imprisonment and up to $35,000 fine; being under the influence would be a disorderly persons offense with up to 6 months imprisonment and $1,000 fine

  • Takes effect 30 days after enactment

Legislative Description

Establishes tianeptine as Schedule II controlled dangerous substance.

Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor

Last Action

Approved P.L.2025, c.249.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary9/19/2024

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