In late 2017, Governor Walker signed Assembly Bill 335 into law (2017 Wisconsin AcT 60), which added fentanyl and all of its analogs to the list of Schedule I controlled substances.
Recently, illicit drug makers have changed the chemical structure of fentanyl to develop new and more powerful analogs that are difficult to detect and prosecute.
With the passage this law, law enforcement is gearing up to crack down on drug crimes related to this powerful and potentially deadly drug.
The penalties of possession of fentanyl in Wisconsin
Someone possessing fentanyl or any of its analogs may be charged with a Class I felony, punishable by a fine up to $10,000 or imprisonment up to 3 years and 6 months, or both.
The penalties of manufacturing, distributing, or delivering fentanyl in Wisconsin
If someone is convicted of manufacturing, distributing, or delivering a fentanyl analog, they may be charged with a Class E felony and could be looking at a fine not to exceed $50,000 or imprisonment up to 15 years.
Contact an experienced Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney for help
If you have been arrested or charged with a drug crime Wisconsin, it's critically important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Charges for possession or the manufacturing, distribution or delivery of Fentanyl or any controlled substance are severe, so it is important to have an experienced Wisconsin criminal defense lawyer on your side to help you understand the situation and take the necessary next steps.
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