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Creates the new offenses of criminal sale of a controlled substance resembling candy and criminal sale of marihuana resembling candy, and provides for penalties therefor
In Assembly Committee · Codes · Sponsor Grace Meng
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Title of bill
An act to amend the penal law, in relation creating the new offenses of criminal sale of a controlled substance resembling candy and criminal sale of marihuana resembling candy, and providing for penalties therefor
Purpose or general idea of bill
To address a new trend in the world of illegal drugs, where drug suppliers are altering the appearance of and adding candy flavoring to drugs like methamphetamines, heroin and marijuana. These drugs are available currently on the internet and resemble popular candies, such as pop rocks or rock candy, with the purpose of appealing to, and potentially addicting, a younger demographic.
Summary of specific provisions
This legislation creates the new offenses of criminal sale of a controlled substance resembling candy and criminal sale of marijuana resembling candy, and provides for penalties.
Justification
With the availability of illegal drugs in schools and on the streets, this crime is a new wave of tenacity among drug suppliers in an attempt to entice a younger population. Laws must be in place that hinder these new avenues of criminal activity.
Prior legislative history
New in Senate.
Fiscal implications
None to the state.
Effective date
This act shall take effect of the first of November next succeeding the date upon which it shall have become a law.
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