Bill > LD1779

This bill modifies existing Maine state law regarding the criminal classification of drug possession, specifically for Schedule W drugs like heroin, cocaine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, methamphetamine, and fentanyl powder. Currently, possession of these drugs above certain weight thresholds is classified as a Class C crime. The bill changes the threshold from specific milligram amounts to a uniform standard of 2 grams or more, which will continue to be classified as a Class C crime. By implication, this means that possession of less than 2 grams of these drugs would now be considered a less serious Class D crime. The bill appears to be part of an ongoing effort to adjust drug possession penalties, potentially reflecting a shift towards treating smaller-scale drug possession as a less severe offense. The changes apply to a range of drugs classified under Schedule W, which typically includes controlled substances with high potential for abuse and limited medical use.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=1779&snum=132