Virginia law § 18.2-265.21 makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor to knowingly possess or distribute unfinished dextromethorphan without proper registration or authorization. The law exempts common carriers distributing to authorized entities. This regulation aims to control the illegal distribution of this substance, often used in manufacturing illicit drugs.
Unfinished dextromethorphan refers to the raw or unprocessed form of the substance that is intended for manufacturing or illicit use.
It is classified as a Class 1 misdemeanor, which can result in fines and possible jail time, depending on the case specifics.
Yes, common carriers distributing unfinished dextromethorphan between authorized entities registered under federal or state law are exempt.
You must be registered under § 510 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act or have proper authorization under the Virginia Drug Control Act.