Tennessee HB1539 criminalizes the possession and use of nitrous oxide, except for medical, industrial, food service, and automotive purposes, and.
Tennessee HB1539 amends state law to make it an offense to knowingly inhale, ingest, use, or possess nitrous oxide, commonly known as "laughing gas," and any amyl nitrite, commonly known as "poppers" or "snappers." This offense is a Class A misdemeanor, and violators may be required to participate in a drug rehabilitation program. Exceptions to this prohibition include medical use, industrial use by licensed personnel, use in food service, and use by individuals aged 21 and older for automotive purposes.
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