Public drug use would bring civil fines outside moving vehicles

The state would treat covered drug use in public as a civil violation, with fines of up to $50 for a first violation and $100 for later violations. It covers a controlled drug or fake version listed in state drug law. Public places include sidewalks, parks, and outdoor spots within 10 feet of public areas or building openings. The person must knowingly or intentionally use up to a personal-use amount. The rule does not apply when state drug law allows the use. Separate rules cover use in moving vehicles.

The state would treat a passenger's covered drug use in a moving vehicle as a misdemeanor, with a fine of up to $100 and no jail time. It covers passengers in moving vehicles who use a controlled drug or fake version listed in state drug law. It does not cover drivers. The passenger must knowingly or intentionally use up to a personal-use amount. The rule does not apply when state drug law allows the use.