The bill aims to enhance penalties related to the ingestion, possession, possession with intent to deliver, and delivery of controlled substances within state correctional facilities. It amends existing laws to classify the possession of certain items by inmates as felonies, with specific classifications for various substances. Notably, the bill raises the penalty for possession of prescription or nonprescription drugs or controlled substances from a Class 4 felony to a Class 3 felony. Additionally, it establishes that any employee or individual who delivers or intends to deliver controlled substances to inmates will also face increased penalties, with similar adjustments to the classification of offenses.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new penalties for violations of controlled substance laws, particularly for inmates and individuals under parole supervision. A violation by an inmate is classified as a Class 5 felony, while a violation by a person under parole supervision is also classified as a Class 5 felony. This amendment aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding drug-related offenses in correctional facilities and ensure stricter consequences for violations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/06/2026: 24-2-14, 24-2-22, 22-42-5.1