The bill amends section 13m of chapter XVII of the Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure, specifically addressing various felonies related to controlled substances. Key changes include the rephrasing of offenses related to the sale and distribution of products containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine, shifting from "Sale, distribution, or delivery of" to "Failure to deliver or ship product containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine directly to purchaser or comply with applicable federal law." Additionally, the bill introduces new classifications and maximum penalties for several offenses, including the delivery or manufacture of controlled substances, with specific emphasis on quantities and types of substances involved.
Furthermore, the bill modifies existing language regarding the possession of counterfeit prescription forms, replacing the previous wording with "Possession of a counterfeit prescription form." It also establishes that the enactment of this amendatory act is contingent upon the passage of House Bill No. 4947. Overall, the bill aims to clarify and update the legal framework surrounding controlled substance offenses in Michigan, enhancing the state's ability to address drug-related crimes effectively.
Statutes affected: House Introduced Bill: 777.13
As Passed by the House: 777.13