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HB0477
Drug Paraphernalia Law Change
Last scannedAug 24, 2026, 10:35 AM
In one sentence
This law changes the definition of drug paraphernalia to exclude certain test strips that check for fentanyl and other specific dangerous substances.
What it does
- Changes the legal definition of 'drug paraphernalia' in Florida Statutes section 893.145.
- Removes some narcotic-drug-testing products from being classified as drug paraphernalia if they only check for specific drugs.
- Allows test strips that determine whether a substance contains fentanyl, dangerous fentanyl analogues, or xylazine.
- Keeps testing equipment illegal if it measures the weight, quantity, or potency of drugs.
Who it affects
- People who use drug-testing products to check for specific substances like fentanyl.
- Law enforcement agencies that enforce laws about drug paraphernalia and civil forfeiture.
Limits and unknowns
- The law only protects tests that identify the presence of specific drugs, not those that measure how much or how strong they are.
- This change does not apply to testing equipment used for other purposes like packaging or storing controlled substances.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Drug Paraphernalia
- Equipment or materials used, intended for use, or designed for use in handling controlled substances. This law changes what counts as this item by adding an exception for certain tests.
- Narcotic-Drug-Testing Products
- Items like test strips that check if a drug contains specific dangerous substances such as fentanyl or xylazine, provided they do not measure the amount of drugs present.
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Drug Paraphernalia
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Bill history
- Chapter No. 2026-157