This bill proposes to amend the Arkansas Code to include a new felony offense under the definition of "restricted release felony." Specifically, it adds the offense of "knowingly exposing another person to fentanyl in the first degree" as a felony that will affect release eligibility and procedures for offenses committed on or after January 1, 2025.

The amendment is made to Arkansas Code 16-93-1802(2)(B), which outlines the criteria for restricted release felonies. The inclusion of this new subdivision aims to address the serious public health concerns associated with fentanyl exposure and to establish stricter release protocols for individuals convicted of this offense.

Statutes affected:
HB 1563: 16-93-1802(2)