Decriminalizes the possession of buprenorphine from certain crimes.
This bill amends the penal law to decriminalize the possession of buprenorphine, excluding it from being classified as a controlled substance or narcotic preparation. This change aims to reduce criminal penalties for individuals possessing buprenorphine, potentially impacting those with opioid use disorder. The act will take effect on November 1 following its enactment.
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