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S 5443

Relates to unlawful possession or sale of imitation drug paraphernalia

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jake Ashby

Prohibits possession or sale of imitation drug paraphernalia; affects retailers, distributors, and individuals; penalties and definitions to be set by the bill.

REFERRED TO CODES
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Bill Summary · S 5443

Summary of Bill S 5443: Relates to unlawful possession or sale of imitation drug paraphernalia

Overview

  • Bill Number: S 5443
  • Title: Relates to unlawful possession or sale of imitation drug paraphernalia
  • Status: Referred to Codes (as of February 21, 2025)
  • Introduced: February 21, 2025
  • Sponsor: Jake Ashby (primary)
  • Related Bills: S 9875 (prior-session)

Purpose and intent

  • The bill’s title indicates it targets the unlawful possession or sale of imitation drug paraphernalia. The specific definitions, scope, and statutory language are not provided in the information available. Therefore, the precise intent, including how “imitation drug paraphernalia” would be defined and what activities would be prohibited, cannot be confirmed from the available text.

Key provisions and changes (status and specifics not yet published)

  • The exact provisions, penalties, exemptions, and enforcement mechanisms are not included in the provided materials.
  • Typical elements in bills addressing drug paraphernalia could include:
    • Definitions of “imitation drug paraphernalia” and related terms.
    • Offenses for possession, sale, distribution, or manufacture of such items.
    • Penalties (e.g., fines, imprisonment, or both) and potential graduated penalties based on factors like age of the offender or quantity.
    • Exemptions or defenses (e.g., for items with legitimate uses or for certain research or educational contexts).
    • Enforcement provisions and applicable agencies.
  • Until the bill text is released, the above remains speculative and should not be taken as the bill’s actual content.

Who would be affected

  • Individuals and businesses involved with items that could be construed as imitation drug paraphernalia.
  • Law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies responsible for enforcing the statute.
  • Retailers and distributors, particularly those selling items that could be perceived as related to drug use.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Current stage: Referred to Codes (Feb 21, 2025). No further actions listed in the provided data.
  • Next steps (typical): The bill would likely move to committee review (Codes Committee), where it could receive hearings, amendments, and votes. If advanced, it could proceed to floor consideration and potential passage or negotiation with the other chamber (if applicable) and the Governor/Executive for enactment.
  • Dates: No additional dates are provided beyond the introduction and referral.

Notes for readers

  • The available information does not include the bill’s full text or detailed provisions. For a comprehensive understanding, review the official bill language, definitions, penalties, and committee reports once published, and compare with related S 9875 from the prior session.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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