# N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-5.2: Manufacturing, etc. gamma hydroxybutyrate; penalties

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NJ_T2C_C35_S35-5.2

## Section

- **Citation:** N.J. Stat. § 2C:35-5.2
- **Heading:** Manufacturing, etc. gamma hydroxybutyrate; penalties
- **Jurisdiction:** New Jersey
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** NJ Code / Title 2C / Chapter 35 / Section 35-5.2

## Text

3. a. Except as authorized by P.L.1970, c.226 (C.24:21-1 et seq.), it shall be a crime of the second degree for any person knowingly or purposely to manufacture, distribute or dispense, or to possess or have under his control with intent to manufacture, distribute or dispense gamma hydroxybutyrate. b. Notwithstanding the provisions of N.J.S.2C:43-3 or any other law, a fine of up to $150,000.00 may be imposed upon a person who violates this section. L.1997,c. 194, s.3.

## Nearby sections

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