Harsher penalties for fentanyl distribution resulting in death
This law changes the legal framework to treat fentanyl distribution that results in death as first-degree murder. This means individuals responsible for such acts could face the death penalty or life imprisonment. The aim is to increase criminal accountability for fentanyl trafficking leading to tragic outcomes.
Key points
Distributing fentanyl that causes death will be treated as first-degree murder.
Potential penalties for this crime include the death penalty or life imprisonment.
The law applies to distributing specific amounts of fentanyl or its analogues that result in the death of the user.
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