The bill designates kratom, derived from the plant Mitragyna speciosa, as a schedule I controlled substance in Iowa. It includes a detailed definition of kratom, encompassing its parts, synthetic equivalents, and various compounds such as mitragynine and 7-hydroxymitragynine. This classification indicates that kratom is considered a hallucinogenic substance, and the bill outlines the legal implications of its possession.

Under the new legislation, individuals found in possession of kratom will face penalties based on the number of offenses. A first offense is classified as a serious misdemeanor, while subsequent violations escalate to aggravated misdemeanors and, after two or more convictions, to a class D felony. The bill specifies the potential punishments for each offense level, including confinement periods and fines, thereby establishing a structured legal framework for addressing kratom-related offenses.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 124.204