Substance Education, Prevention, and Outreach

Alcohol and other drug use misuse is a serious public health problem on college campuses across the country. High risk substance use is associated with poor attrition rates, academic failure, mental health issues and interpersonal violence. It is a serious problem, but one that can be prevented!

At Farmingdale State College, we take student health and wellness seriously and are committed to providing students with education, outreach, and prevention efforts to help all students succeed. Our focus is on prevention and early intervention, and we strive to provide knowledge and resources to individuals so they can take care of themselves.

The Prevention Specialist is available to facilitate a variety of trainings, including Red Watch Band for students, Recovery Ally training, and Professional Development workshops for faculty and staff on implementing SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral, and Treatment). She also offers tailored training opportunities for student organizations, faculty, and campus groups on alcohol and other drug education and prevention.

The College provides a variety of prevention, educational, and community programs. Individual, group, and community educational programs designed to prevent and reduce alcohol and other drug use/abuse are offered to the Farmingdale State College community.  Farmingdale ADAPT (alcohol and drug abuse prevention team) is a community coalition working to address current and emerging trends regarding alcohol and other drugs in the greater Farmingdale community. In addition, the Farmingdale ADAPT coalition meets monthly to discuss current substance abuse related issues and trends. As mandated by the Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Act, this policy is distributed to all students, staff and faculty on an annual basis.  Substance abuse evaluations, interventions, and outpatient therapy are offered through Campus Mental Health Services, The Health and Wellness Center, and the Alcohol and other Drug Counselor. Referrals to community inpatient or outpatient treatment facilities can be obtained through these same resources.  

Short-term alcohol and other drug counseling is available on campus to students through the Alcohol and Other Addictions Counselor (934) 420-2690 or through Campus Mental Health Services (934) 420-2006. Students may be referred through Campus Mental Health Services or the AOD counselor to other treatment programs for more intensive treatment as needed.   

The mission of Red Watch Band is to provide students with the knowledge, awareness, and skills to prevent toxic drinking deaths and to promote a student culture of kindness, responsibility, compassion and respect.

All students aged 21 and over who live in the residence halls and wish to consume alcohol in FSC residence halls or wish to have their guests aged 21 and over consume alcohol are required to complete Red Watch Band training. Nonresidential students and students under 21 are encouraged to take this training as well.

We offer varying dates and times for the training. The training takes approximately an hour and upon completion students will receive a certificate and sticker that provides proof of the training on their Farmingdale ID card.

To sign up for a Red Watch Band session, please click this link. 

An anonymous online tool for students, the 360 Proof Personalized Feedback Index (PFI) is an anonymous online tool that provides individualized feedback about one's alcohol use. Easy to complete from either a computer or mobile device in approximately 15 minutes, the PFI immediately delivers confidential judgment-free results that include strategies specifically recommended for each individual user based on their responses. Personalized feedback is intended to help students examine and ultimately minimize the impacts of alcohol on their health, finances, relationships, and academics. 

To access the PFI, visit the link above, type "Farmingdale State College" and click "Launch"

Immediately after completion of the PFI, you will receive feedback allowing you to see how your alcohol use compares to other college students who drink. Students who take part in the PFI may come to recognize that consuming alcohol may cause excessive absenteeism and academic difficulties. These behaviors along with other distractions can lead to procrastination, which can result in academic difficulties. These behaviors, along with other distractions, can lead to procrastination – which can result in academic failure. 


Currently enrolled FSC students can reach out to the campus’ Prevention Specialist, Kimberly Liao, for further assistance interpreting their PFI results. 

The College has installed several emergency Naloxone stations across campus to provide crucial assistance in the event of an opioid overdose. If you suspect an opioid overdose, follow these steps:

Always call University Police at 934-420-2111 immediately before administering Naloxone. If you are unable to call, administer Naloxone and report the incident using the QR code as soon as possible. This form is for reporting only after administering Naloxone. The New York State 911 Good Samaritan Law allows people to call 911 or University Police without fear of arrest if they are having a drug or alcohol overdose that requires emergency medical care or if they witness someone overdosing.

  • You do not need to wait for University Police to arrive before administering Naloxone. Immediate action can save a life. 
  • Training is not required to use Naloxone. Each box includes clear video instructions on how to administer it safely.
  • A QR code inside each box allows for reporting after administration. 

While training is not required to use Naloxone, any members of the campus community who want to learn more can attend a training session on recognizing an overdose and administering Naloxone correctly. If you are interested, please contact the Health and Wellness Center at 934-420-2009 or wellness@farmingdale.edu

substance nickname/slang terms short term effects long term effects
Alcohol  

slurred speech, drowsiness, headaches, impaired judgment, decreased perception and coordination, distorted vision and hearing , vomiting, breathing difficulties, unconsciousness, coma, blackouts

toxic psychosis, physical dependence, neurological and liver damage, fetal alcohol syndrome, vitamin B1 deficiency, sexual problems, cancer, physical dependence
Amphetamines uppers, speed, meth, crack, crystal, ice, pep pills

increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, dry mouth, loss of appetite, restlessness, irritability, anxiety

delusions, hallucinations, heart problems, hypertension, irritability, insomnia, toxic psychosis, physical dependence
Barbiturates and Tranquilizers barbs, bluebirds, blues, yellow jackets, red devils, roofies, rohypnol, ruffies, tranqs, mickey, flying v's

slurred speech, muscle relaxation, dizziness, decreased motor control

severe withdrawal symptoms, possible convulsions, toxic psychosis, depression, physical dependence
Cocaine coke, cracks, snow, powder, blow, rock

loss of appetite, increased blood pressure and heart rate, contracted blood vessels, nausea, hyper-stimulation anxiety, paranoia, increased hostility, increased rate of breathing, muscle spasms and convulsions, dilated pupils, disturbed sleep

depression, weight loss, high blood pressure, seizure, heart attack, stroke, hypertension, hallucinations, psychosis, chronic cough, nasal passage injury, kidney, liver and lung damage
Gamma Hydroxy Butyrate (GHB) liquid B, liquid X, liquid ecstasy, G, georgia homeboy, grievous bodily harm

euphoria, decreased inhibitions, drowsiness, sleep,  decreased body temperature, decreased heart rate, decreased blood pressure

memory loss, depression, severe withdrawal symptoms, physical dependence, psychological dependence
Heroin H, junk, smack, horse, skag

euphoria, flushing of the skin, dry mouth, “heavy” arms and legs, slowed breathing, muscular weakness

constipation, loss of appetite, lethargy, weakening of the immune system, respiratory (breathing) illnesses, muscular weakness, partial paralysis, coma, physical dependence, psychological dependence

Ketamine K, super K, special K

dream-like states, hallucinations, impaired attention and memory, delirium, impaired motor function, high blood pressure, depression

Urinary tract and bladder problems, abdominal pain, major convulsions, muscle rigidity , increased confusion, increased depression, physical dependence, psychological dependence
LSD acid, stamps, dots, blotter, A-bombs

dilated pupils, change in body temperature, blood pressure and heart rate, sweating, chills, loss of appetite, decreased sleep, tremors, changes in visual acuity, mood changes

may intensify existing psychosis, panic reactions, can interfere with psychological adjustment and social functioning, insomnia, physical dependence, psychological dependence
MDMA ecstasy, XTC, adam, X, rolls, pills

impaired judgment, confusion, confusion, blurred vision,  teeth clenching, depression, anxiety, paranoia, sleep problems, muscle tension

same as LSD, sleeplessness, nausea, confusion, increased blood pressure, sweating , depression, anxiety, memory loss, kidney failure, cardiovascular problems, convulsions, death, physical dependence, psychological dependence

Marijuana/Cannabis pot, grass, dope, weed, joint, bud, reefer, doobie, roach

sensory distortion, poor coordination of movement, slowed reaction time, panic, anxiety

bronchitis, conjunctivas, lethargy, shortened attention span, suppressed immune system, personality changes, cancer, psychological dependence, physical dependence possible for some

Mescaline peyote cactus

nausea, vomiting, anxiety, delirium, hallucinations, increased heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature

lasting physical and mental trauma, intensified existing psychosis, psychological dependence

Morphine/Opiates M, morf, duramorph, Miss Emma, monkey, roxanol, white stuff

euphoria, increased  body temperature, dry mouth, “heavy” feeling in arms and legs

constipation, loss of appetite, collapsed veins, heart infections, liver disease, depressed respiration, pneumonia  and other pulmonary complications, physical dependence, psychological dependence

PCP crystal, tea, angel dust, embalming fluid, killer weed, rocket fuel, supergrass, wack, ozone

shallow breathing, flushing, profuse sweating, numbness in arms and legs, decreased muscular coordination, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, delusions, paranoia, disordered thinking

memory loss, difficulties with speech and thinking, depression, weight loss, psychotic behavior, violent acts, psychosis, physical dependence, psychological dependence

Psilocybin mushrooms, magic mushrooms, shrooms, caps,  psilocybin & psilocyn

nausea, distorted perceptions, nervousness, paranoia

confusion, memory loss, shortened attention span, flashbacks may intensify existing psychosis

Steroids roids, juice

increased lean muscle mass, increased strength, acne, oily skin, excess hair growth, high blood pressure

Cholesterol imbalance, anger management problems, masculinization or women, breast enlargement in men, premature fusion of long bones preventing attainment of normal height, atrophy of reproductive organs, impotence, reduced fertility, stroke, hypertension, congestive heart failure, liver damage, psychological dependence

 

NYS ABC Law

Special Provisions relating to Liquor

Specifics Sentences
§ 65-a. Procuring alcoholic beverages for persons under the age of 21 years Any person who misrepresents the age of a person under the age of 21 years for inducing the sale of any alcoholic beverage, as defined in the alcoholic beverage control law to such person. A fine of not more than $200, or imprisonment up to five days, or both.
    1st violation: a fine of not more than $100 and/or up to 30 hours of community service. Also may order completion of an alcohol awareness program.
    2nd violation: a fine of $50 to $350 and/or up to 60 hours of community service. Also shall order completion of an alcohol awareness program if not previously completed.
§ 65-b. Offense for one under age of 21years to purchase or attempt to purchase an alcoholic beverage through fraudulent means. No person under the age of 21 years shall present or offer to any licensee, or to the agent or employee of such licensee, any written evidence of age, which is false, fraudulent, or not actually his own, for the purpose of purchasing or attempting to purchase any alcoholic beverage.

3rd and subsequent violations: a fine of $50 to $750 and/or up to 90 hours of community service, shall order evaluation by an appropriate agency to determine whether the person suffers from the disease of alcoholism or alcohol abuse. Payment for such evaluation shall be made by such person. If person elects to participate in recommended treatment, the court shall order that payment of such fine and community service be suspended pending the completion of such treatment.

In addition to these penalties, the court may suspend such person's license to drive a motor vehicle and the privilege of an unlicensed person of obtaining such license: 1st violation: a three month suspension; 2nd violation: a six month suspension; 3rd or subsequent violation: a one year suspension or until the holder reaches the age of 21, whichever is the greater period.

§ 65-c. Unlawful possession of an alcoholic beverage with the intent to consume by persons under the age of 21 years. No person under the age of 21 years shall possess any alcoholic beverage with the intent to consume such beverage.

A fine up to $50 and/or completion of an alcohol awareness program and/or up to 30 hours of community service.

New York Legal Sanctions for Driving Under the Influence

New York Legal Sanctions for Drinking and Driving Under Age 21

nys vat Law

Alcohol & drug related offenses

specifics sentences
§ 1192. Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 1. Driving while ability impaired: No person shall operate a motor vehicle while the person's ability to operate such motor vehicle is impaired by the consumption of alcohol.

A fine of $300 to $500 or imprisonment in a penitentiary or county jail for up to 15 days, or both.

If convicted of a violation of §1192 within the preceding 5 years: a fine of $500 to $750 or imprisonment up to 30 days, or both.

 

If convicted 2 or more times of a violation of §1192 within the preceding 10 years, misdemeanor: a fine of $750 to $1,500 or imprisonment of up to 180 days, or both.

See also additional penalties and license sanctions.

§ 1192. Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

2. Driving while intoxicated; per se: No person shall operate a motor vehicle while such person has

.08 of one per centum or more by weight of alcohol in the person's blood as shown by chemical analysis of such person’s blood, breath, urine or saliva.

 

3. Driving while intoxicated. No person shall operate a motor vehicle while in an intoxicated condition.

Misdemeanor: a fine of $500 to $1,000 imprisonment in a penitentiary or county jail for up to one year, or both.

 

Installation of an ignition interlock device in any motor vehicle owned or operated by such person during the term of probation or conditional discharge, for a period of no less than 12 months.

 

Class E Felony: A violation after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2, 2-a, 3, 4 or 4-a of §1192 or of vehicular assault in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular assault or of vehicular manslaughter in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular homicide within the preceding 10 years: a fine of $1,000 to $5,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

 

Class D Felony: A violation after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2, 2-a, 3, 4 or 4-a of §1192 or of vehicular assault in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular assault or of vehicular manslaughter in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular homicide twice within the preceding 10 years or three or more times within the preceding 15 years: a fine of $2,000 to $10,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

§ 1192. Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

2-a. (a) Aggravated driving while intoxicated; per se: No person shall operate a motor vehicle while such person has .18 of one per centum or more by weight of alcohol in such person's blood as shown by chemical analysis of such person's blood, breath, urine or saliva.

Misdemeanor: a fine of $1,000 to $2,500 or imprisonment in a penitentiary or county jail for up to one year, or both.

 

Installation of an ignition interlock device in any motor vehicle owned or operated by such person during the term of probation or conditional discharge, for a period of no less than 12 months.

 

Class E Felony: A violation after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2, 2-a, 3, 4 or 4-a of §1192 or of vehicular assault in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular assault or of vehicular manslaughter in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular homicide within the preceding 10 years: a fine of $1,000 to $5,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

 

Class D Felony: A violation after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2, 2-a, 3, 4 or 4-a of §1192 or of vehicular assault in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular assault or of vehicular manslaughter in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular homicide twice within the preceding 10 years or three or more times within the preceding 15 years: a fine of $2,000 to $10,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

§ 1192. Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

2-a. (b) Aggravated driving while intoxicated; with a child: No person shall operate a motor vehicle in violation of this section while a child who is fifteen years of age or less is a passenger in such motor vehicle.

Class E Felony: a fine of $1,000 to $5,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

 

Installation of an ignition interlock device in any motor vehicle owned or operated by such person during the term of probation or conditional discharge, for a period of no less than 12 months.

 

Class E Felony: A violation after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2, 2-a, 3, 4 or 4-a of §1192 or of vehicular assault in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular assault or of vehicular manslaughter in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular homicide within the preceding 10 years: a fine of $1,000 to $5,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

 

Class D Felony: A violation after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2, 2-a, 3, 4 or 4-a of §1192 or of vehicular assault in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular assault or of vehicular manslaughter in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular homicide twice within the preceding 10 years or three or more times within the preceding 15 years: a fine of $2,000 to $10,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

§ 1192. Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

4. Driving while ability impaired by drugs: No person shall operate a motor vehicle while the person's ability to operate such a motor vehicle is impaired by the use of a drug as defined in this chapter.

 

4-a. Driving while ability impaired by the combined influence of drugs or of alcohol and any drug or drugs. No person shall operate a motor vehicle while the person's ability to operate such motor vehicle is impaired by the combined influence of drugs or of alcohol and any drug or drugs.

Misdemeanor: a fine of

$500 to $1,000 imprisonment in a penitentiary or county jail for up to one year, or both.

 

Class E Felony: A violation after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2, 2-a, 3, 4 or 4-a of §1192 or of vehicular assault in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular assault or of vehicular manslaughter in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular homicide within the preceding 10 years: a fine of $1,000 to $5,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

 

Class D Felony: A violation after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2, 2-a, 3, 4 or 4-a of §1192 or of vehicular assault in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular assault or of vehicular manslaughter in the second or first degree and aggravated vehicular homicide twice within the preceding 10 years or three or more times within the preceding 15 years: a fine of $2,000 to $10,000 or a period of imprisonment as provided in the penal law, or both.

 

See also additional penalties and license sanctions.

§ 1192-a. Operating a motor vehicle after having consumed alcohol; under the age of 21; per se.

No person under the age of 21 shall operate a motor vehicle after having consumed alcohol (if such person has .02 to .07 of one per centum by weight of alcohol in his/her blood, as shown by chemical analysis of his/her blood, breath, urine or saliva).

For a violation of §1192, the court may require the defendant to attend a single session conducted by a victims impact program.


Additional Penalties

1. A violation of subdivision 2 or 3 after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2 or 3 of such §1192 within the preceding 5 years: in addition to any other penalties, imprisonment of 5 days or be required to perform 30 days of service for a public or not-for- profit corporation, association, institution or agency, except when sentenced to a term of imprisonment of 5 days or more.

2. A violation of subdivision 2 or 3 after having been convicted of a violation of subdivision 2 or 3 of such §1192 on two or more occasions within the preceding 5 years: in addition to any other penalties, imprisonment of 10 days or be required to perform 60 days of service for a public or not-for-profit corporation, association, institution or agency, except when sentenced to a term of imprisonment of 10 days or more.

3.  A court sentencing a person pursuant to (1) or (2) above shall (a) order the installation of an ignition interlock device… during any period of license revocation and (b) order that such person receive an assessment of the degree of their alcohol or substance abuse. Where such assessment indicates the need treatment, the court is authorized to impose treatment as a condition of such sentence.

License Sanctions

Suspension:

1. Driving while ability impaired: Ninety days, where the holder is convicted of a violation of subdivision of §1192;

2. Persons under the age of 21; driving after having consumed alcohol Persons under the age of 21; driving after having consumed alcohol operated a motor vehicle after having consumed alcohol in violation of § 1192-a of an article where such person was under the age of 21 at the time of commission of such violation.

Revocations

A license shall be revoked and a registration may be revoked for the following minimum periods:

1. Driving while ability impaired; prior offense: 6 months, where the holder is convicted of a violation of subdivision one of § 1192 committed within 5 years of a conviction for a violation of any subdivision of §1192.

2. Driving while ability impaired; misdemeanor offense: 6 months, where the holder is convicted of a violation of subdivision one of §1192 committed within 10 years of two previous convictions for a violation of any subdivision of §1192.

3. Driving while intoxicated or while ability impaired by drugs or while ability impaired by the combined influence of drugs or of alcohol and any drug or drugs; aggravated driving while intoxicated: 6 months, where the holder is convicted of a violation of subdivision two, three, four or four-a of §1192. One year where the holder is convicted of a violation of subdivision two-a of §1192.

4. Driving while intoxicated or while ability impaired by drugs or while ability impaired by the combined influence of drugs or of alcohol and any drug or drugs; aggravated driving while intoxicated; prior offense: One year, where the holder is convicted of a violation of subdivision two, three, four or four-a of §1192 committed within 10 years of a conviction for a violation of subdivision two, three, four or four-a of §1192. 18 months, where the holder is convicted of a violation of subdivision two-a of §1192 committed within ten years of a conviction for a violation of subdivision two, two-a, three, four or four-a of §1192; or where the holder is convicted of a violation of subdivision two, three, four or four-a of §1192 committed within ten years of a conviction for a violation of subdivision two-a of §1192.

5. Persons under the age of 21: One year, where the holder is convicted of or adjudicated a youthful offender for a violation of any subdivision of §1192, or is convicted of or receives a youthful offender or other juvenile adjudication for an offense consisting of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of intoxicating liquor where the conviction, or youthful offender or other juvenile adjudication was had outside this state, and the person was under the age of 21 at the time of commission of such violation.

6. Persons under the age of 21; prior offense or finding: One year or until the holder reaches the age of 21, whichever is the greater period of time, where the holder has been found to have operated a motor vehicle after having consumed alcohol in violation of §1192-a, or is convicted of, or adjudicated a youthful offender for, a violation of any subdivision of §1192, or is convicted of or receives a youthful offender or juvenile adjudication for an offense consisting of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of intoxicating liquor where the conviction, or youthful offender or other juvenile adjudication was had outside this state, when the person was under the age of 21 at the time of commission of such violation and has previously been found to have operated a motor vehicle after having consumed alcohol in violation of §1192-a, or has previously been convicted of, or adjudicated a youthful offender for, any violation of §1192 not arising out of the same incident, or has previously been convicted of or received a youthful offender or juvenile adjudication for an offense consisting of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of intoxicating liquor when the conviction, or youthful offender or other juvenile adjudication was had outside this state and not arising out of the same.

7. Out-of-state offenses: except as provided in (5) or (6) above, (1) 90 days, where the holder is convicted of an offense consisting of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of intoxicating liquor where the conviction was had outside this state and (2) 6 months, where the holder is convicted of, or receives a youthful offender or other juvenile adjudication, which would have been a misdemeanor or felony if committed by an adult, in connection with, an offense consisting of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of or while impaired by the use of drugs where the conviction or youthful offender or other juvenile adjudication was had outside this state.

Notice of charges to parent or guardian

Upon the first scheduled appearance of any person under eighteen years of age who resides within the household of his or her parent or guardian upon a charge of a violation of subdivision one, two and/or three of §1192, the local criminal court shall forthwith transmit written notice of such appearance or failure to make such appearance to the parent or guardian of such minor person

New York Statutory Provisions for Illegal Drugs Posession, Manufacture, or Delivery

nys penal law

controlled substances offenses

specifics sentences
§ 220.03 Criminal possession of a controlled substance (7th degree). Knowingly and unlawfully possessing a controlled substance (any substance listed in §3306 of the NYS Public Health Law other than marijuana, but including concentrated cannabis as defined in §3302 of NYS Penal Law Article 220). Class A misdemeanor: imprisonment up to one year.
§ 220.06 Criminal possession of a controlled substance (5th degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully possessing:

1. a controlled substance with intent to sell it; or

2. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing a narcotic preparation (aggregate weight of ½ oz or more); or

3. phencyclidine (50 mg or more); or

4. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing concentrated cannabis (aggregate weight of ¼ oz ounce or more); or

5. cocaine (500 mg or more); or 6. ketamine (more than 1,000 mg); or

 7. ketamine, and has previously been convicted of possession or the attempt to commit possession of ketamine in any amount; or

8. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing gamma hydroxybutyric acid (aggregate weight of 28 g or more).

Class D felony: imprisonment for 1 to 2 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ to 4 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 2 ½ to 4 ½ years.
§ 220.09 Criminal possession of a controlled substance (4th degree).

A person is guilty of criminal possession of a controlled substance in
the fourth degree when he knowingly and unlawfully possesses:

1. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances
containing a narcotic drug and said preparations, compounds, mixtures or
substances are of an aggregate weight of one-eighth ounce or more; or

2. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances
containing methamphetamine, its salts, isomers or salts of isomers and
said preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances are of an aggregate
weight of one-half ounce or more; or

3. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances
containing a narcotic preparation and said preparations, compounds,
mixtures or substances are of an aggregate weight of two ounces or more;
or

4. a stimulant and said stimulant weighs one gram or more; or

5. lysergic acid diethylamide and said lysergic acid diethylamide
weighs one milligram or more; or

6. a hallucinogen and said hallucinogen weighs twenty-five milligrams
or more; or

7. a hallucinogenic substance and said hallucinogenic substance weighs
one gram or more; or

8. a dangerous depressant and such dangerous depressant weighs ten
ounces or more; or

9. a depressant and such depressant weighs two pounds or more; or

11. phencyclidine and said phencyclidine weighs two hundred fifty
milligrams or more; or

12. methadone and said methadone weighs three hundred sixty milligrams
or more; or

13. phencyclidine and said phencyclidine weighs fifty milligrams or
more with intent to sell it and has previously been convicted of an
offense defined in this article or the attempt or conspiracy to commit
any such offense; or

14. ketamine and said ketamine weighs four thousand milligrams or
more; or

15. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances
containing gamma hydroxybutyric acid, as defined in paragraph four of
subdivision (e) of schedule I of section thirty-three hundred six of the
public health law, and said preparations, compounds, mixtures or
substances are of an aggregate weight of two hundred grams or more.

Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fourth degree is
a class C felony.

Class C felony: imprisonment for 1 to 5 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 2 to 8 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony imprisonment for 3 ½ to 9 years.
§ 220.16 Criminal possession of a controlled substance (3rd degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully possessing:

1. a narcotic drug with intent to sell it; or

2. a stimulant, hallucinogen, hallucinogenic substance, or lysergic acid diethylamide, with intent to sell it and has previously been convicted of an offense defined in § 220 or the attempt or conspiracy to commit any such offense; or

 3. a stimulant (1 g or more) with intent to sell it; or

4. lysergic acid diethylamide (1 mg or more) with intent to sell it; or

5. a hallucinogen (25 mg or more) with intent to sell it; or

6. a hallucinogenic substance (1 g or more) with intent to sell it; or

7. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing methamphetamine, its salts, isomers or salts of isomers (1/8 oz or more) with intent to sell it; or

8. a stimulant (5 g or more); or

9. lysergic acid diethylamide (5 mg or more); or 10. a hallucinogen (125 mg or more): or

11. a hallucinogenic substance (5 g or more); or 12. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing a narcotic drug (aggregate weight of ½ oz or more); or

13. phencyclidine (1250 mg or more).

Class B felony: imprisonment for 1 to 9 years (may be sentenced to probation) [in or near school grounds, 2 to 9 years]. For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 3 ½ to 12 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 6 to 15 years.
§ 220.18 Criminal possession of a controlled substance (2nd degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully possessing:

1. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing a narcotic drug (aggregate weight of 4 oz or more); or

2. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing methamphetamine, its salts, isomers or salts of isomers (aggregate weight of 2 oz or more); or 3. a stimulant (10 g or more); or

4. lysergic acid diethylamide (25 mg or more); or

5. a hallucinogen (625 mg or more); or

6. a hallucinogenic substance (25 g or more); or

7. methadone (2850mg or more).

Class A-II felony: imprisonment 3 to 10 years. For a 2nd time: offender, imprisonment for 6 to 14 years (may be sentenced to lifetime probation). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 8 to 17 years.
§ 220.21 Criminal possession of a controlled substance (1st degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully possessing:

1. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing a narcotic drug (aggregate weight of 8 oz or more); or

2. methadone (5760 mg or more).

Class A-I felony: imprisonment for 8 to 20 years. For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 12 to 24 years. For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony, imprisonment for 15 to 30 years.
§ 220.25 Criminal possession of a controlled substance (presumption).

1. The presence of a controlled substance in an automobile, other than a public omnibus, is presumptive evidence of knowing possession by each and every person in the automobile at the time the substance was found (see §220.25 for exceptions).

2. The presence of a narcotic drug, narcotic preparation, marijuana or phencyclidine in open view in a room, other than a public place, under circumstances evincing an intent to unlawfully mix, compound, package or otherwise prepare for sale such substance is presumptive evidence of knowing possession thereof by each and every person in close proximity to such controlled substance at the time such controlled substance was found (see §220.25 for exceptions).

 
§ 220.31 Criminal sale of a controlled substance (5th degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully selling a controlled substance (any substance listed in schedule I, II, III, IV or V of §3306 of the NYS Public Health Law other than marijuana, but including concentrated cannabis as defined in paragraph (a) of subdivision four of §3302 of NYS Penal Law Article 220).

Class D felony: imprisonment for 1 to 2 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ to 4 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 2 ½ to 4 ½ years
§ 220.34 Criminal sale of a controlled substance (4th degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully selling:

1. a narcotic preparation; or

2. a dangerous depressant (10 oz or more) or a depressant (2 lbs or more); or

3. concentrated cannabis as defined in §3302 of the NYS Public Health Law; or

4. phencyclidine (50 mg or more); or

5. methadone; or

6. phencyclidine (any amount) and previously convicted of an offense defined in this article or the attempt or conspiracy to commit any such offense; or

7. ketamine (4,000 mg or more); or

8. a controlled substance in violation of section 220.31, when such sale takes place upon school grounds; or the grounds of an educational facility under circumstances evincing knowledge by the defendant that such sale is taking place upon such grounds; or

9. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing gamma hydroxybutyric acid (28 g or more), as defined in §3306 of the NYS Public Health Law.

Class C felony: imprisonment for 1 to 5 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 2 to 8 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony imprisonment for 3 ½ to 9 years.
§ 220.39 Criminal sale of a controlled substance (3rd degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully selling:

1. a narcotic drug; or

2. a stimulant, hallucinogen, hallucinogenic substance, or lysergic acid diethylamide (and previously convicted of an offense defined in §220 or the attempt or conspiracy to commit any such offense; or

3. a stimulant (1 g or more); or

4. lysergic acid diethylamide (1 mg or more); or

5. a hallucinogen (25 mg or more); or

6. a hallucinogenic substance (1 g or more); or

7. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing methamphetamine, its salts, isomers or salts of isomers (aggregate weight of 1/8 oz or more); or

8. phencyclidine (250 mg or more); or

9. a narcotic preparation to a person less than 21 years old.

Class B felony: imprisonment for 1 to 9 years (may be sentenced to probation) [in or near school grounds, 2 to 9 years]. For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 3 ½ to 12 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 6 to 15 years.
§ 220.41 Criminal sale of a controlled substance (2nd degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully selling:

1. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing a narcotic drug (aggregate weight of ½ oz or more); or

2. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing methamphetamine, its salts, isomers or salts of isomers (aggregate weight of ½ oz or more); or

3. a stimulant (5 g or more); or

4. lysergic acid diethylamide (5 mg or more); or

5. a hallucinogen (125 mg or more); or

6. a hallucinogenic substance (5 g or more); or

7. methadone (360 mg or more).

Class A-I felony: imprisonment for 8 to 20 years. For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 12 to 24 years. For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony, imprisonment for 15 to 30 years
§ 220.43 Criminal sale of a controlled substance (1st degree).

Knowingly and unlawfully selling:

1. one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing a narcotic drug (aggregate weight of 2 oz or more); or

2. methadone (2880 mg or more).

Class A-II felony: imprisonment 3 to 10 years. For a 2nd time: offender, imprisonment for 6 to 14 years (may be sentenced to lifetime probation). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 8 to 17 years.
§ 220.44 Criminal sale of a controlled substance in or near school grounds.

Knowingly and unlawfully selling:

1. a controlled substance in violation of any one of subdivisions 1– 6-a of §220.34, when such sale takes place upon school grounds; or

2. a controlled substance in violation of any one of subdivisions 1– 8 of §220.39, when such sale takes place upon school grounds; or

3. a controlled substance in violation of any one of subdivisions 1– 6 of §220.34, when such sale takes place upon the grounds of an educational facility under circumstances evincing knowledge by the defendant that such sale is taking place upon such grounds; or

4. a controlled substance in violation of any one of subdivisions 1–8 of §220.39, when such sale takes place upon the grounds of an educational facility under circumstances evincing knowledge by the defendant that such sale is taking place upon such grounds.

Class B felony: imprisonment for 1 to 9 years (may be sentenced to probation) [in or near school grounds, 2 to 9 years]. For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 3 ½ to 12 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 6 to 15 years.
§ 220.45 Criminally possessing a hypodermic instrument.

Knowingly and unlawfully possessing or selling a hypodermic syringe or hypodermic needle.

Class A misdemeanor: imprisonment up to one year.
§ 220.46 Criminal injection of a narcotic drug.

Knowingly and unlawfully possessing a narcotic drug and intentionally injecting, by means of a hypodermic syringe or hypodermic needle, all or any portion of that drug into the body of another person with the latter’s consent.

Class E felony: imprisonment 1 to 1 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ and 2 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment 2 to 2 ½ years.
§ 220.50 Criminally using drug paraphernalia (2nd degree).

Knowingly possessing or selling:

1. diluents, dilutants or adulterants, including but not limited to, any of the following: quinine hydrochloride, mannitol, mannite, lactose or dextrose, adapted for the dilution of narcotic drugs or stimulants under circumstances evincing an intent to use, or under circumstances evincing knowledge that some person intends to use, the same for purposes of unlawfully mixing, compounding, or otherwise preparing any narcotic drug or stimulant; or

2. gelatine capsules, glassine envelopes, vials, capsules or any other material suitable for the packaging of individual quantities of narcotic drugs or stimulants under circumstances evincing an intent to use, or under circumstances evincing knowledge that some person intends to use, the same for the purpose of unlawfully manufacturing, packaging or dispensing of any narcotic drug or stimulant; or

3. scales and balances used or designed for the purpose of weighing or measuring controlled substances, under circumstances evincing an intent to use, or under circumstances evincing knowledge that some person intends to use, the same for purpose of unlawfully manufacturing, packaging or dispensing of any narcotic drug or stimulant.

Class A misdemeanor: imprisonment up to one year
§ 220.55 Criminally using drug paraphernalia (1st degree).

Committing the crime of criminally using drug paraphernalia in the second degree and having previously been convicted of criminally using drug paraphernalia in the 2nd degree.

Class D felony: imprisonment for 1 to 2 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ to 4 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 2 ½ to 4 ½ years.
§ 220.60 Criminal possession of precursors of controlled substances.

Possessing and at the same time intending to unlawfully manufacture:

1. a controlled substance; or

2. carbamide (urea) and propanedioc and malonic acid or its derivatives; or

3. ergot or an ergot derivative and diethylamine or dimethyl-formamide or diethylamide; or

4. phenylacetone (1-phenyl-2 propanone) and hydroxylamine or ammonia or formamide or benzaldehyde or nitroethane or methylamine;  

5. pentazocine and methyliodide; or

6. phenylacetonitrile and dichlorodiethyl methylamine or dichlorodiethyl benzylamine;  

7. diephenylacetonitrile and dimethylaminoisopropyl chloride; or

8. piperidine and cyclohexanone and bromobenzene and lithium or magnesium; or

9. 2, 5-dimethoxy benzaldehyde and nitroethane and a reducing agent.

Class E felony: imprisonment 1 to 1 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ and 2 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment 2 to 2 ½ years
§ 220.65 Criminal sale of a prescription for a controlled substance.

When, being a practitioner, as that term is defined in §3302 of the NYS Public Health Law, knowingly and unlawfully selling a prescription for a controlled substance.

Class C felony: imprisonment for 1 to 5 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 2 to 8 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony imprisonment for 3 ½ to 9 years.
§ 220.70 Criminal possession of methamphetamine manufacturing material (2nd degree).

Possessing a precursor, a chemical reagent or a solvent with the intent to use or knowing another intends to use such precursor, chemical reagent, or solvent to unlawfully produce, prepare or manufacture methamphetamine.

Class A misdemeanor: imprisonment up to one year.
§ 220.71 Criminal possession of methamphetamine manufacturing material (1st degree).

Committing the offense of criminal possession of methamphetamine manufacturing material in the second degree, as defined in § 220.70, and has previously been convicted within the preceding 5 years of criminal possession of methamphetamine manufacturing material in the 2nd degree or a violation of this section.

Class E felony: imprisonment 1 to 1 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ and 2 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment 2 to 2 ½ years.
§ 220.72 Criminal possession of precursors of methamphetamine.

Possessing at the same time a precursor and a solvent or chemical reagent, with intent to use or knowing that another intends to use each such precursor, solvent or chemical reagent to unlawfully manufacture methamphetamine

Class E felony: imprisonment 1 to 1 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ and 2 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment 2 to 2 ½ years.
§ 220.73 Unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine (3rd degree).

Possessing, with intent to use, or knowing that another intends to use each such product to unlawfully manufacture, prepare or produce methamphetamine two or more items of laboratory equipment and two or more precursors, chemical reagents or solvents in any combination; or one item of laboratory equipment and three or more precursors, chemical reagents or solvents in any combination; or a precursor: (a) mixed together with a chemical reagent or solvent; or (b) with two or more chemical reagents and/or solvents mixed together

Class D felony: imprisonment for 1 to 2 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ to 4 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 2 ½ to 4 ½ years.
§ 220.74 Unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine (2nd degree).

1. Commits violation of § 220.73 in the presence of another person under the age of 16, provided, however, that the actor is at least 5 years older than such other person under the age of 16; or

2. Commits violation of § 220.73 and has previously been convicted within the preceding 5 years of the offense of criminal possession of precursors of methamphetamine, criminal possession of methamphetamine manufacturing material in the 1st degree, unlawful disposal of methamphetamine laboratory material, unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine in the 3rd degree, the 2nd degree, or the 1st degree.

Class C felony: imprisonment for 1 to 5 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 2 to 8 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony imprisonment for 3 ½ to 9 years.
§ 220.75 Unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine (1st degree).

Commits the crime of unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine in the 2nd degree after having previously been convicted within the preceding 5 years of unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine in the 3rd degree unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine in the 2nd degree or unlawful manufacture of methamphetamine in the 1st degree.

Class B felony: imprisonment for 1 to 9 years (may be sentenced to probation) [in or near school grounds, 2 to 9 years]. For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 3 ½ to 12 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 6 to 15 years.
§ 220.76 Unlawful disposal of methamphetamine laboratory material.

Knowingly disposing of, or possessing with intent to dispose of, hazardous or dangerous material under circumstances that create a substantial risk to human health or safety or a substantial danger to the environment.

Class E felony: imprisonment 1 to 1 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ and 2 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment 2 to 2 ½ years.

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offenses involving marijuana

specifics sentences
§ 221.05 Unlawful possession of marijuana. Knowingly and unlawfully possessing marijuana is a violation. A fine of up to $100. A fine of up to $200 if previously convicted of an offense defined in § 220 or § 221, committed within the 3 years immediately preceding such violation. A fine of up to $250 or imprisonment up to 15 days or both if previously convicted of two such offenses committed during such period.
§ 221.10 Criminal possession of marijuana (5th degree). Knowingly and unlawfully possessing marijuana in a public place, as defined in section 240.00 of this chapter, and such marijuana is burning or open to public view; or one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of more than 25 g). open to public view; or one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of more than 25 g). Class B misdemeanor: imprisonment up to three months.
§ 221.15 Criminal possession of marijuana (4th degree). Knowingly and unlawfully possessing one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of more than 2 oz). Class A misdemeanor: imprisonment up to one year.
§ 221.20 Criminal possession of marijuana (3rd degree). Knowingly and unlawfully possessing one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of more than 8 oz). Class E felony: imprisonment 1 to 1 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ and 2 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment 2 to 2 ½ years.
§ 221.25 Criminal possession of marijuana (2nd degree). Knowingly and unlawfully possessing one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of more than 16 oz). Class D felony: imprisonment for 1 to 2 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ to 4 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 2 ½ to 4 ½ years.
§ 221.30 Criminal possession of marijuana (1st degree). Knowingly and unlawfully possessing one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of more than 10 lbs). Class C felony: imprisonment for 1 to 5 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 2 to 8 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony imprisonment for 3 ½ to 9 years.
§ 221.35 Criminal sale of marijuana (5th degree). Knowingly and unlawfully selling, without consideration, one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of 2 g or less); or one cigarette containing marijuana. Class B misdemeanor: imprisonment up to three months.
§ 221.40 Criminal sale of marijuana (4th degree). Knowingly and unlawfully selling marijuana, except as provided in §221.35. Class A misdemeanor: imprisonment up to one year.
§ 221.45 Criminal sale of marijuana (3rd degree). Knowingly and unlawfully selling one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of more than 25 g ). Class E felony: imprisonment 1 to 1 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ and 2 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment 2 to 2 ½ years.
§ 221.50 Criminal sale of marijuana (2nd degree) Knowingly and unlawfully selling one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana (aggregate weight of more than 4 oz, or knowingly and unlawfully sells one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing marijuana to a person less than 18 years of age. Class D felony: imprisonment for 1 to 2 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ to 4 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 2 ½ to 4 ½ years.
§ 221.55 Criminal sale of marijuana (1st degree). Knowingly and unlawfully sells one or more preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing (aggregate weight of more than 16 oz). Class C felony: imprisonment for 1 to 5 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 2 to 8 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony imprisonment for 3 ½ to 9 years.

nys penal law

criminal diversion of perscription & medications

Specifics sentence
§ 178.10 Criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions (4th degree). A person is guilty of criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions in the 4th degree when he or she commits a criminal diversion act. Class A misdemeanor: imprisonment up to one year
§ 178.15 Criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions (3rd degree).

A person is guilty of criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions in the 3rd degree when he or she:

1. commits a criminal diversion act, and the value of the benefit exchanged is in excess of $1000; or

2. commits the crime of criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions in the 4th degree, and has previously been convicted of the crime of criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions in the 4th degree.

Class E felony: imprisonment 1 to 1 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ and 2 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment 2 to 2 ½ years.
§ 178.20 Criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions (2nd degree).

A person is guilty of criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions in the second degree when he or she commits a criminal diversion act, and the value of the benefit exchanged is in excess of $3,000.

Class D felony: imprisonment for 1 to 2 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 1 ½ to 4 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony: imprisonment for 2 ½ to 4 ½ years.
§ 178.25 Criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions in the first degree.

A person is guilty of criminal diversion of prescription medications and prescriptions in the first degree when he or she commits a criminal diversion act, and the value of the benefit exchanged is in excess of $50,000.

Class C felony: imprisonment for 1 to 5 ½ years (may be sentenced to probation). For a 2nd time offender: imprisonment for 2 to 8 years (may be sentenced to parole supervision). For a 2nd time offender previously convicted of a violent felony imprisonment for 3 ½ to 9 years.

Note: This information is not to be considered legal advice or guaranteed to be a comprehensive inventory of all state laws regarding alcohol and other drugs. The University shall attempt to notify campuses of new or revised legislative reporting or disclosure requirements. It is the user's responsibility to check New York State laws and with relevant SUNY offices to determine whether changes, additions or substitutions have been made.

Federal Drug Sanctions

The possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs is prohibited by federal law. Strict penalties are enforced for drug convictions, including mandatory prison terms for many offenses. The following information, although not complete, is an overview of federal penalties for first convictions. All penalties are doubled for any subsequent drug conviction.

Denial of Federal Aid (20 USC 1091)

Under the Higher Education Act of 1998, students convicted under federal or state law for the sale or possession of drugs shall have their federal financial aid eligibility suspended. This includes all federal grants, loans, federal work study programs, and more. Students convicted of drug possession shall be ineligible for one year from the date of the conviction of the first offense, two years for the second offense, and indefinitely for the third offense. Students convicted of selling drugs shall be ineligible for two years from the date of the first conviction, and indefinitely for the second offense. Those who lose eligibility can regain eligibility by successfully completing an approved drug rehabilitation program.

Forfeiture of Personal Property and Real Estate (21 USC 853)

Any person convicted of a federal drug offense punishable by more than one year in prison shall forfeit to the United States any personal or real property related to the violation, including houses, cars, and other personal belongings. A warrant of seizure is issued and property is seized at the time an individual is arrested on charges that may result in forfeiture.

Federal Drug Trafficking Legal Sanctions (21 USC 841)

Penalties for federal drug trafficking convictions vary according to the quantity of the controlled substance involved in the transaction. The following list is a sample of the range and severity of federal penalties imposed for first convictions. Penalties for subsequent convictions are twice as severe.

If death or serious bodily injury result from the use of a controlled substance which has been illegally distributed, the person convicted on federal charges of distributing the substance faces mandatory life sentence and fines ranging up to $8 million.

Persons convicted on federal charges of drug trafficking within 1,000 feet of a University (21 USC 845a) face penalties of prison terms and fines which are twice as high as the regular penalties for the offense, with a mandatory prison sentence of at least 1 year.

Federal Drug Possession Penalties (21 USC 844)

Persons convicted on Federal charges of possessing any controlled substance face penalties of up to 1 year in prison and a mandatory fine of no less than $1,000 up to a maximum of $100,000. Second convictions are punishable by not less than 15 days but not more than 2 years in prison and a minimum fine of $2,500. Subsequent convictions are punishable by not less than 90 days but not more than 3 years in prison and a minimum fine of $5,000. Possession of drug paraphernalia is punishable by a minimum fine of $750.

Special sentencing provisions for possession of crack cocaine impose a mandatory prison term of not less than 5 years but not more than 20 years and a fine up to $250,000 or both if:

It is a first conviction and the amount of crack possessed exceeds 5 grams;
It is a second conviction and the amount of crack possessed exceeds 3 grams;
It is a third or subsequent crack conviction and the amount exceeds 1 gram.
Civil penalties of up to $10,000 may also be imposed for possession of small amounts of controlled substances, whether or not criminal prosecution is pursued.

Short-term alcohol and other drug counseling is available on campus to students through the Alcohol and Other Addictions Counselor (934) 420-2690 or through Campus Mental Health Services (934) 420-2006. Students may be referred through Mental Health Services or the AOD counselor to other treatment programs for more intensive treatment as needed.  

Off-Campus Resources/Information

Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drugs 24/7 Substance Abuse Hotline

(631)-979-1700

www.LICADD.org

Local Police Department – Non – Emergency

(631)  854-8100

http://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Police.aspx 

Dash Crisis Center

(631) 952-3333

https://www.fsl-li.org/dash-hotline-crisis-care-center-are-available-24-hours-a-day/

Long Island Crisis Center

(516) 676-1111

https://longislandcrisiscenter.org/

Response Crisis Center

(631) 751-7500

https://www.responsecrisiscenter.org/

Suffolk County Hotline

(631) 979-1700

https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Health-Services/Mental-Hygiene/Substance-Abuse-Hotline

Maryhaven Center of Hope- 24 Hour Substance Abuse Crisis Center

(516) 546-7070

https://maryhaven.chsli.org/

VIBS: Domestic Violence, Sexual Assualt 24 Hour Hotline

(631) 360-3606

https://www.vibs.org/

 

 

 

Kimberly Liao, MPH, CHES

Kimberly Liao, MPH, CHES, is a Prevention Specialist and Assistant Professor at Farmingdale State College, where she leads campus-wide alcohol and other drug education and prevention initiatives. She is a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) with a Master’s in Public Health from the University at Albany, SUNY. With extensive experience in higher education, Kimberly specializes in program development, public speaking, and health education, working to foster a safer and healthier campus community. Through her work, Kimberly is committed to equipping students and professionals with the knowledge and skills to support well-being and harm reduction in their communities.


Reach out to Farmingdale State College’s Prevention Specialist Kimberly Liao, MPH, CHES at chongkj@farmingdale.edu or call 934-420-5411.

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