New York bill S02096 classifies criminal possession of fentanyl as a class E felony.

New York bill S02096 amends the penal law by adding a new section that makes criminal possession of fentanyl a class E felony. A person is guilty of this offense if they knowingly and unlawfully possess, manufacture, distribute, or use fentanyl or any fentanyl analogs to enhance another illegal substance. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York bill S02096 classifies criminal possession of fentanyl as a class E felony.

New York bill S02096 amends the penal law by adding a new section that makes criminal possession of fentanyl a class E felony. A person is guilty of this offense if they knowingly and unlawfully possess, manufacture, distribute, or use fentanyl or any fentanyl analogs to enhance another illegal substance. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.