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5-64-1201. Possession.
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5-64-1201. Possession.
(a) It is unlawful for any person to possess a substance listed in subsection (b) of this section:
(1) With the intent to breathe, inhale, ingest, or use the substance for the purpose of:
(A) Causing a condition of intoxication, elation, euphoria, dizziness, stupefaction, or dulling of the senses; or
(B) In any manner changing, distorting, or disturbing his or her audio, visual, or mental processes; or
(2) Who purposely is under the influence of the substance.
(b) This subchapter applies to the following substances:
(1) Nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas”;
(2) Any compound, liquid, or chemical that contains nitrous oxide; or
(3) Any amyl nitrite, commonly known as “poppers” or “snappers”.
(c) Upon conviction, a person who violates this section is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
Source: Arkansas Code — historical release 78 (November 6, 2020) · 5-64-1201
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5-64-1201. Possession.
(a) It is unlawful for any person to possess a substance listed in subsection (b) of this section:
(1) With the intent to breathe, inhale, ingest, or use the substance for the purpose of:
(A) Causing a condition of intoxication, elation, euphoria, dizziness, stupefaction, or dulling of the senses; or
(B) In any manner changing, distorting, or disturbing his or her audio, visual, or mental processes; or
(2) Who purposely is under the influence of the substance.
(b) This subchapter applies to the following substances:
(1) Nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas”;
(2) Any compound, liquid, or chemical that contains nitrous oxide; or
(3) Any amyl nitrite, commonly known as “poppers” or “snappers”.
(c) Upon conviction, a person who violates this section is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
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