The proposed bill, known as the "Ashley Dunn Act," amends Arizona Revised Statutes section 13-3408 to establish specific sentencing ranges for individuals convicted of possessing or transporting fentanyl in amounts of at least 200 grams. For first-time offenders, the sentencing range would be a minimum of 5 years, a presumptive sentence of 10 years, and a maximum of 15 years. For repeat offenders, the minimum sentence would increase to 10 years, with a presumptive sentence of 15 years and a maximum of 20 years.

Additionally, the bill allows for the presumptive sentences to be mitigated or aggravated based on existing statutes. This legislation aims to address the serious issue of fentanyl trafficking by imposing stricter penalties, reflecting the severity of the offense. The changes represent a significant shift from current law, which does not specify these enhanced sentencing ranges for fentanyl-related offenses.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3408
House Engrossed Version: 13-3408
Chaptered Version: 13-3408