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This bill amends Alabama's drug trafficking and possession laws to make several key changes regarding Fentanyl and synthetic Fentanyl analogues. Specifically, the bill modifies the legal definitions and penalties related to possession with intent to distribute and trafficking of these substances. Under the new provisions, possessing more than one-half gram of Fentanyl, synthetic Fentanyl analogues, or mixtures containing these substances would now be considered a Class B felony. The bill also introduces more detailed trafficking penalties for Fentanyl, establishing graduated mandatory minimum sentences based on the quantity possessed: for one gram or more, offenders could face three to 25 years in prison and fines ranging from $50,000 to $750,000, with increasingly severe penalties for subsequent convictions. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for enhanced sentencing if a firearm is possessed during the commission of a drug-related offense, mandating an additional five-year imprisonment term. These changes aim to provide more stringent legal consequences for Fentanyl-related drug offenses, reflecting the ongoing concern about the opioid crisis and the dangers of synthetic opioids. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

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