A1617

New Jersey bill A1617, known as CJ's Law, criminalizes the manufacture, sale, and possession of substances containing kratom.

New Jersey bill A1617, also known as CJ's Law, aims to criminalize the manufacture, sale, and possession of substances containing kratom. The bill classifies the possession of one ounce or more of kratom as a second-degree crime, punishable by imprisonment of five to 10 years, a fine of up to $150,000, or both. Possession of less than one ounce is classified as a third-degree crime, punishable by imprisonment of three to five years, a fine of up to $15,000, or both. The bill is named in memory of Christopher James Holowach, who died from a combination of drugs including kratom.