The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend Arizona Revised Statutes Section 13-3408 to establish mandatory enhanced sentencing for individuals convicted of possessing at least 200 grams of fentanyl in a motor vehicle. Under the new provisions, first-time offenders would face a minimum sentence of 5 years, a presumptive sentence of 10 years, and a maximum sentence of 15 years. For individuals with prior convictions for similar offenses, the minimum, presumptive, and maximum sentences would increase to 10, 15, and 20 years, respectively.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the presumptive term may be adjusted based on statutory factors, allowing for mitigation or aggravation of the sentence. The bill also includes technical changes to the existing law to clarify these new sentencing guidelines. Overall, the legislation aims to impose stricter penalties for fentanyl possession in vehicles, reflecting a tougher stance on drug offenses.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3408