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Introduced
02/21/2024
02/21/2024
In Committee
02/29/2024
02/29/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
03/28/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to schedules, offenses, and penalties regarding controlled substances, so as to clarify that the sale, manufacture, delivery, or possession of four grams or more of fentanyl and fentanyl analog structural class is within the prohibition of trafficking certain drugs; to provide for an effective date; to provide for applicability; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends Georgia's laws on controlled substances to clarify that the sale, manufacture, delivery, or possession of four grams or more of fentanyl and fentanyl-related substances is considered drug trafficking, which carries mandatory minimum sentences and fines. The bill specifies that it will become effective on July 1, 2024, and apply to all offenses committed on or after that date.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Committee Favorably Reported (on 02/29/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/67326 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/225000 |
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