Arizona criminal charge
Manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug in Arizona
Manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-3455. Its classification is not fixed: Arizona assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by A.R.S. § 13-3455.
What is the penalty for manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 18 months (Manufacture/distribution of imitation OTC drug — Violation of subsection A by manufacturing, distributing, or possessing with intent to distribute an imitation over-the-counter drug.; presumptive 1 year; mitigated .33 years / aggravated 2 years on required findings (13-701, 13-702(B)-(D)); repetitive (13-703) or dangerous (13-704) offenses use different ranges; a class 6 felony may be designated a class 1 misdemeanor under 13-604) | presumptive | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Fine | up to $150,000 (Manufacture/distribution of imitation OTC drug — Violation of subsection A by manufacturing, distributing, or possessing with intent to distribute an imitation over-the-counter drug.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Jail / prison | 9 months to 24 months (Manufacture/distribution of imitation OTC drug to a minor — A person 18 or older violates subsection A with respect to a person under the age of 18.; presumptive 1.5 years; mitigated 6 months / aggravated 2.5 years on required findings (13-701, 13-702(B)-(D)); repetitive (13-703) or dangerous (13-704) offenses use different ranges) | presumptive | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
| Fine | up to $150,000 (Manufacture/distribution of imitation OTC drug to a minor — A person 18 or older violates subsection A with respect to a person under the age of 18.; fine cap for an individual (13-801); statute-specific amounts may exceed) | discretionary | A.R.S. § 13-702 |
Applies to first felony offense, non-dangerous; presumptive term 1 year.
How is manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacture/distribution of imitation OTC drug | Class 6 Felony | Violation of subsection A by manufacturing, distributing, or possessing with intent to distribute an imitation over-the-counter drug. | A.R.S. § 13-3455C |
| Manufacture/distribution of imitation OTC drug to a minor | Class 5 Felony | A person 18 or older violates subsection A with respect to a person under the age of 18. | A.R.S. § 13-3455D |
Common questions about manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug in Arizona
Is manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug ranges from a Class 6 Felony to a Class 5 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-3455.
Manufacture/distribution of imitation OTC drug: Class 6 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-3455C) · Manufacture/distribution of imitation OTC drug to a minor: Class 5 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-3455D)
What are the penalties for manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug in Arizona?
Penalties for manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug in Arizona depend on how it is classified — from a Class 6 Felony up to a Class 5 Felony — with the ranges set by A.R.S. § 13-702; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Arizona statute covers manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug?
Manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug is governed by A.R.S. § 13-3455 (Manufacture or distribution of imitation over-the-counter drug; prohibited acts; classification).
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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.