Arizona criminal charge
Manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only drug in Arizona
Manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only drug is a criminal offense under Arizona law, defined by A.R.S. § 13-3454. 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. § 13-3454.
What is the penalty for manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only drug in Arizona?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 6 months to 18 months (Manufacture/distribution/possession with intent to distribute imitation prescription-only drug — A person violates subsection A by manufacturing, distributing, or possessing with intent to distribute an imitation prescription-only 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/possession with intent to distribute imitation prescription-only drug — A person violates subsection A by manufacturing, distributing, or possessing with intent to distribute an imitation prescription-only 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 (Distribution to a minor by an adult — A person eighteen years of age or older violates subsection A with respect to a person under eighteen years of age.; 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 (Distribution to a minor by an adult — A person eighteen years of age or older violates subsection A with respect to a person under eighteen years of age.; 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 prescription-only drug classified in Arizona?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacture/distribution/possession with intent to distribute imitation prescription-only drug | Class 6 Felony | A person violates subsection A by manufacturing, distributing, or possessing with intent to distribute an imitation prescription-only drug. | A.R.S. § 13-3454C |
| Distribution to a minor by an adult | Class 5 Felony | A person eighteen years of age or older violates subsection A with respect to a person under eighteen years of age. | A.R.S. § 13-3454D |
Common questions about manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only drug in Arizona
Is manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only drug a felony or a misdemeanor in Arizona?
It depends on the circumstances: manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only drug ranges from a Class 6 Felony to a Class 5 Felony in Arizona under A.R.S. § 13-3454.
Manufacture/distribution/possession with intent to distribute imitation prescription-only drug: Class 6 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-3454C) · Distribution to a minor by an adult: Class 5 Felony (A.R.S. § 13-3454D)
What are the penalties for manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only drug in Arizona?
Penalties for manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only 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 prescription-only drug?
Manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only drug is governed by A.R.S. § 13-3454 (Manufacture or distribution of imitation prescription-only 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.