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SC S0242

SC S0242
Trafficking in Fentanyl


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Introduced
01/10/2023
In Committee
01/12/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/09/2024

Introduced Session

125th General Assembly

Bill Summary

A bill TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 44-53-190, RELATING TO SCHEDULE I SUBSTANCES, SO AS TO ADD FENTANYL-RELATED SUBSTANCES; BY AMENDING SECTION 44-53-370, RELATING TO PROHIBITED ACTS AND PENALTIES, SO AS TO ADD AN OFFENSE FOR TRAFFICKING IN FENTANYL; AND BY AMENDING SECTION 16-1-60, RELATING TO VIOLENT CRIMES, SO AS TO ADD TRAFFICKING IN FENTANYL.

AI Summary

This bill amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to add fentanyl-related substances to Schedule I substances, create an offense for trafficking in fentanyl, and add trafficking in fentanyl to the list of violent crimes. It establishes mandatory minimum sentences for trafficking in fentanyl based on the amount involved, with increased penalties if the offense results in a fatal overdose. The bill also includes a provision ensuring that any pending actions or liabilities are not affected by the changes in the law.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Senate Judiciary Subcommittee (11:30:00 1/19/2023 State House, 3rd Floor Conference Room) (on 01/19/2023)

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