New Rules to Combat Importation of Synthetic Drug Analogues.
This law creates a new category, "Schedule A," for illegally imported chemical substances that mimic the effects of known controlled drugs. It allows the Attorney General to quickly issue temporary bans on these substances to immediately limit their availability. The consequence for citizens is stricter penalties, including long prison sentences, for importing and distributing these substances, especially if they result in death or serious injury.
Key points
Establishes "Schedule A" for imported synthetic substances chemically similar to existing controlled drugs (analogues).
The Attorney General can temporarily ban Schedule A substances for up to 5 years to prevent abuse, without immediate judicial review.
Penalties for importing or distributing Schedule A substances are severe: up to 20 years imprisonment, or life imprisonment if death or serious injury results.
Individuals convicted of offenses involving a Schedule A substance may petition for a sentence reduction if the substance is later de-scheduled or moved to a lower-penalty schedule.
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