California 2011-2012 Regular Session Status: In Committee

AB 2420 — Controlled substances: synthetic cannabinoids and synthetic stimulants.

Last action — From committee without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).

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  1. ✓
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Assembly
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 2011-2012 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

Existing law provides that every person who sells, dispenses, distributes, furnishes, administers, or gives, or offers to sell, dispense, distribute, furnish, administer, or give, or possesses for sale any synthetic cannabinoid compound, or any synthetic cannabinoid derivative, to any person, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding 6 months, or by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by both that fine and imprisonment. Existing law defines a synthetic cannabinoid compound for purposes of this provision. Existing law also provides that every person who sells, dispenses, distributes, furnishes, administers, or gives, or offers to sell, dispense, distribute, furnish, administer, or give, any synthetic stimulant compound, as specified, or any synthetic stimulant derivative, to any person, or who possesses that compound or derivative for sale, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding 6 months, or by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by both that fine and imprisonment. This bill would provide that, except as otherwise authorized by law, every person who possesses, under circumstances that do not include possession for sale as proscribed pursuant to existing law, 28.5 grams or less of any synthetic cannabinoid is guilty of an infraction punishable by a fine of not more than $100. The bill would provide that, except as otherwise authorized by law, every person who possesses, under circumstances that do not include possession for sale as proscribed pursuant to existing law, 28.5 grams or less of any synthetic stimulant compound, as specified, or any synthetic stimulant derivative, shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for a period of not more than one month, or by a fine not exceeding $500, or by both that fine and imprisonment. In addition, the bill would also provide that, except as otherwise authorized by law, every person who possesses, under circumstances that do not include possession for sale as proscribed pursuant to existing law, more than 28.5 grams of any synthetic cannabinoid, any synthetic stimulant compound, as specified, or any synthetic stimulant derivative, shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for a period of not more than 6 months, or by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by both that fine and imprisonment. The bill would provide that a synthetic cannabinoid or synthetic stimulant may be obtained and used for bona fide research, instruction, or analysis if that possession and use does not violate federal law. The bill would also expand the definition of synthetic cannabinoids for purposes of the prohibitions described above to mean synthetic cannabinoid agonists that include, among other compounds, naphthoylindoles, naphthylmethylindoles, naphthoylpyrroles, naphthylmethylindenes, phenylacetylindoles, cyclohexylphenols, benzoylindoles, and adamantoylindoles. Because the bill would create new crimes, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program. Existing law authorizes the suspension or expulsion of a pupil from school if the superintendent or the principal of the school determines that the pupil has unlawfully possessed, used, sold, furnished, or was under the influence of a controlled substance, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind. This bill would expand those provisions to include synthetic cannabinoid compounds and synthetic stimulant compounds. The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement. This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. From committee without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).

  2. In committee: Set, second hearing. Failed passage.

  3. Re-referred to Com. on PUB. S.

  4. From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on PUB. S. Read second time and amended.

  5. In committee: Set first hearing. Failed passage. Reconsideration granted.

  6. Re-referred to Com. on PUB. S.

  7. From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on PUB. S. Read second time and amended.

  8. Referred to Com. on PUB. S.

  9. Read first time.

  10. From printer. May be heard in committee March 27.

  11. Introduced. To print.

Sponsors

  • Fletcher · Cosponsor
  • Hueso · Primary
  • Vargas · Cosponsor

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Sponsors (1)

  • Hueso

Co-sponsors (2)

  • Fletcher
  • Vargas

Not signed on (119)

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Frequently asked questions

What does AB 2420 do?
Existing law provides that every person who sells, dispenses, distributes, furnishes, administers, or gives, or offers to sell, dispense, distribute, furnish, administer, or give, or possesses for sale any synthetic cannabinoid compound, or any synthetic cannabinoid derivative, to any person, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding 6 months, or by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by both that fine and imprisonment. Existing law defines a synthetic cannabinoid compound for purposes of this provision. Existing law also provides that every person who sells, dispenses, distributes, furnishes, administers, or gives, or offers to sell, dispense, distribute, furnish, administer, or give, any synthetic stimulant compound, as specified, or any synthetic stimulant derivative, to any person, or who possesses that compound or derivative for sale, is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding 6 months, or by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by both that fine and imprisonment. This bill would provide that, except as otherwise authorized by law, every person who possesses, under circumstances that do not include possession for sale as proscribed pursuant to existing law, 28.5 grams or less of any synthetic cannabinoid is guilty of an infraction punishable by a fine of not more than $100. The bill would provide that, except as otherwise authorized by law, every person who possesses, under circumstances that do not include possession for sale as proscribed pursuant to existing law, 28.5 grams or less of any synthetic stimulant compound, as specified, or any synthetic stimulant derivative, shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for a period of not more than one month, or by a fine not exceeding $500, or by both that fine and imprisonment. In addition, the bill would also provide that, except as otherwise authorized by law, every person who possesses, under circumstances that do not include possession for sale as proscribed pursuant to existing law, more than 28.5 grams of any synthetic cannabinoid, any synthetic stimulant compound, as specified, or any synthetic stimulant derivative, shall be punished by imprisonment in a county jail for a period of not more than 6 months, or by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by both that fine and imprisonment. The bill would provide that a synthetic cannabinoid or synthetic stimulant may be obtained and used for bona fide research, instruction, or analysis if that possession and use does not violate federal law. The bill would also expand the definition of synthetic cannabinoids for purposes of the prohibitions described above to mean synthetic cannabinoid agonists that include, among other compounds, naphthoylindoles, naphthylmethylindoles, naphthoylpyrroles, naphthylmethylindenes, phenylacetylindoles, cyclohexylphenols, benzoylindoles, and adamantoylindoles. Because the bill would create new crimes, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program. Existing law authorizes the suspension or expulsion of a pupil from school if the superintendent or the principal of the school determines that the pupil has unlawfully possessed, used, sold, furnished, or was under the influence of a controlled substance, an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant of any kind. This bill would expand those provisions to include synthetic cannabinoid compounds and synthetic stimulant compounds. The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement. This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.
Who sponsors AB 2420?
AB 2420 is sponsored by Fletcher, Hueso, and Vargas.
What is the current status of AB 2420?
This bill died with 2011-2012 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track AB 2420?
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