SB566 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Paul Sanford

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Henry Eugene “Hank” Erwin Jr.Arthur OrrTom Butler

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Controlled substances, Schedule I, salvia divinorum and Salvinorin A included, Sec. 20-2-23 am'd.

Summary

SB566 adds salvia divinorum and Salvinorin A to Alabama's Schedule I controlled substances.

What This Bill Does

If passed, it would amend Section 20-2-23 to list salvia divinorum and Salvinorin A as Schedule I substances, putting them in the same category as other drugs with high potential for abuse. This would make possession, distribution, or manufacture of these substances subject to Schedule I penalties. The act would take effect on the first day of the third month after it passes and the governor approves it.

Who It Affects

• Individuals who possess or use salvia divinorum or Salvinorin A would be subject to Schedule I restrictions.
• Businesses that manufacture, sell, or distribute these substances would face regulatory restrictions and potential penalties.
• Law enforcement and prosecutors would enforce the new Schedule I controls.

Key Provisions

• Adds salvia divinorum and Salvinorin A to Schedule I in Section 20-2-23 of the Alabama Code.
• Sets the act to become law on the first day of the third month following its passage and governor's approval.

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Subjects

Controlled Substances