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WY HB0030

WY HB0030
Controlled Substances Act-possession amendments.


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Introduced
02/13/2024
In Committee
02/28/2024
Crossed Over
02/23/2024
Passed
Dead
03/08/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Budget Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to controlled substances; eliminating the form of a controlled substance as an element of the misdemeanor offense of unlawful possession of a controlled substance; amending prohibitions on the possession of controlled substances as specified; specifying and amending penalties based on the amount of controlled substances; repealing obsolete provisions; and providing for an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Controlled Substances Act in Wyoming to eliminate the form (e.g., powder, liquid) of a controlled substance as an element of the misdemeanor offense of unlawful possession. It also specifies and amends penalties based on the amount of the controlled substance possessed, with lower penalties for possession of smaller amounts and higher penalties for possession of larger amounts. The bill repeals obsolete provisions and sets an effective date of July 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Judiciary (Joint)

Last Action

COW:Failed 13-18-0-0-0 (on 02/28/2024)

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