NJ A806

Elevates unlawful manufacturing, distributing, or dispensing of fentanyl (five ounces or more) to a first-degree crime, matching penalties for heroin and cocaine, with 10-20 years imprisonment, mandatory minimum of one-third to one-half of sentence without parole eligibility, and fines up to $500,000

Classifies fentanyl offenses involving one-half ounce to less than five ounces as a second-degree crime (5-10 years imprisonment, fines up to $150,000)

Classifies fentanyl offenses involving less than one-half ounce as a third-degree crime (3-5 years imprisonment) with an enhanced fine of up to $75,000

Current law treats fentanyl as a general Schedule II narcotic with lesser penalties (second-degree for one ounce or more, third-degree for less than one ounce)