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SB 334

Relating to the defense to prosecution for certain offenses involving possession of small amounts of controlled substances, marihuana, dangerous drugs, or abusable volatile chemicals, or possession of drug paraphernalia for defendants seeking assistance for a suspected overdose.
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SB 334 modifies the defense to prosecution for possession of small amounts of controlled substances or drug paraphernalia when a person seeks medical assistance for a suspected overdose. It eliminates certain disqualifications for using this defense, focusing on encouraging life-saving emergency actions without fear of legal repercussions​.
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Sarah Eckhardt

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Sen. Sarah Eckhardt

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