South Carolina legislators are deliberating a proposed law that may hold drug dealers accountable for homicide charges.
Legislators in South Carolina are focusing on drug traffickers with a proposed law that may lead to homicide charges for dealers, seeking to combat the distribution and consumption of fentanyl.
“Fentanyl is, it’s like this beast that’s in our country now, and it is not, it’s not going anywhere,” said Holly Alsobrooks, the co-founder of Fentanyl Kills U.
Fentanyl Kills U is a group dedicated to raising awareness about the drug and its impacts.
This legislation holds profound significance for Alsobrooks, as she tragically lost her son, Cody, due to a single pill.
Alsobrooks is collaborating with legislators to back the bill addressing drug-induced homicide.
Officials indicate that the focus will be on those who are intentionally distributing fentanyl or similar drugs. Representative Tommy Pope, the one who pre-filed the bill, pointed out that numerous individuals using drugs are unaware that they are consuming fentanyl, while the dealers are fully aware.
The Pope highlighted a crucial aspect, noting that the legislation contains precise wording that could provide immunity to specific individuals.
The proposed legislation stipulates that if an individual dies from fentanyl use, the dealer may face a prison sentence of up to 30 years upon conviction.
The House Judiciary will take up the bill at the start of the session on January 14.
