Bill > HB2607

This bill amends Arizona's drug offense statutes to introduce stricter sentencing guidelines specifically for fentanyl-related offenses involving motor vehicles. The legislation adds a new section (subsection H) that establishes mandatory sentencing ranges for individuals convicted of possessing or selling fentanyl in a motor vehicle when the amount is at least 200 grams. For first-time offenders, the sentence ranges from a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 15 calendar years, with a presumptive term of 10 years. For repeat offenders, the sentencing increases to a minimum of 10 years, presumptive term of 15 years, and maximum of 20 years. The bill maintains existing provisions requiring mandatory fines (not less than $2,000 or three times the value of the drugs), drug testing for probationers, and community restitution. These changes reflect a legislative effort to combat fentanyl distribution and possession, particularly in motor vehicles, by implementing more severe penalties for offenders. The bill also adjusts the lettering of subsequent subsections to accommodate the new provisions, ensuring the law's technical consistency.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82432