Pennsylvania law Section 8307 allows parents, guardians, or custodians to sue individuals who sell or transfer controlled substances or designer drugs to minors under 18. The law provides for damages related to treatment and rehabilitation costs, and reasonable attorney fees for successful plaintiffs. An exception exists for practitioners who prescribe controlled substances legally to minors.
Parents, guardians, or custodians of minors under 18 can file a lawsuit if a controlled substance or designer drug is sold or transferred to the child.
Damages include costs for treatment and rehabilitation related to the child's drug dependency or use, and courts may allocate funds for ongoing or past treatment.
Yes, the law does not apply to practitioners who sell or transfer controlled substances to minors pursuant to a valid prescription.
Yes, reasonable attorney fees shall be awarded to the prevailing party in such lawsuits.