Imposes a life sentence on fentanyl dealers in West Virginia.

West Virginia HB4988 amends the state code to impose a life sentence for those convicted of dealing fentanyl. The bill targets individuals who manufacture, deliver, or possess with intent to manufacture or deliver fentanyl, classifying such actions as felonies. The penalties include imprisonment for the remainder of the offender's life, fines up to $50,000, or both. The bill also addresses the adulteration and counterfeiting of controlled substances using fentanyl, with varying penalties based on the substance involved.

Imposes a life sentence on fentanyl dealers in West Virginia.

West Virginia HB4988 amends the state code to impose a life sentence for those convicted of dealing fentanyl. The bill targets individuals who manufacture, deliver, or possess with intent to manufacture or deliver fentanyl, classifying such actions as felonies. The penalties include imprisonment for the remainder of the offender's life, fines up to $50,000, or both. The bill also addresses the adulteration and counterfeiting of controlled substances using fentanyl, with varying penalties based on the substance involved.