SB 695
Increases penalties for the distribution of heroin
Sponsor:
LR Number:
3906S.01I
Committee:
Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence
Last Action:
1/30/2020 - Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
Journal Page:
S204
Title:
Calendar Position:
Effective Date:
August 28, 2020

Current Bill Summary

SB 695 - Under current law, the distribution of heroin is not distinguished from the distribution of most other controlled substances, and is a class C felony. This act provides that the distribution of any substance containing a detectable amount of heroin is a class B felony. This act provides that the delivery of a controlled substance containing heroin is a dangerous felony as defined by statute.

This act is identical to SB 93 (2019), SB 589 (2018), and SB 351 (2017).

MARY GRACE BRUNTRAGER

Amendments

No Amendments Found.