Bill > S08520

This bill amends the definition of "drug-related paraphernalia" in the New York General Business Law to clarify and modify existing language about items associated with controlled substances. Specifically, the bill removes specific references to objects used for ingesting cocaine and needles or syringes, and instead provides a broader description that focuses on materials used to introduce substances into the human body. The bill maintains existing definitions about kits used for cultivating, manufacturing, or preparing controlled substances, as well as devices for increasing potency, scales for measuring substances, and diluents used for cutting controlled substances. The key change appears to be creating a more generalized definition of paraphernalia that does not explicitly list specific drug-related objects, potentially providing more flexibility in legal interpretation. The amendment also seems to signal a shift towards a less prescriptive approach in defining drug-related paraphernalia, allowing for a more adaptable understanding of such items. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8520