Current with legislation from 2024 Fiscal and Special Sessions.
Section 5-27-230 - Exposing a child to a chemical substance or methamphetamine(a) As used in this section: (1)(A) "Chemical substance" means a substance intended to be used as a precursor in the manufacture of methamphetamine, or any other chemical intended to be used in the manufacture of methamphetamine.(B) Intent may be demonstrated by the substance's:(iii) Manner of storage; or(iv) Proximity to another precursor or equipment used to manufacture methamphetamine;(2) "Child" means any person under eighteen (18) years of age; and(3) "Methamphetamine" has the same meaning as provided in the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, § 5-64-101 et seq.(b)(1) Any adult who, with the intent to manufacture methamphetamine, knowingly causes or permits a child to be exposed to, ingest, inhale, or have any contact with a chemical substance or methamphetamine is guilty of a Class C felony.(2) Any adult who violates subdivision (b)(1) of this section is guilty of a Class B felony if a child suffers physical injury or serious physical injury because of the violation.