Allows certain drug dealing offenses to be graded by "units," rather than weight, of controlled dangerous substances.

This bill (A 679) proposes changing how certain drug distribution offenses are categorized in New Jersey law. It would allow offenses involving controlled dangerous substances to be graded based on the number of "units" (e.g., pills, bags, or individual items) rather than the total weight of the substance. This change would directly affect individuals charged with drug distribution, potentially altering sentencing severity for cases involving small quantities measured in units. The bill amends specific sections of New Jersey's controlled substances statutes (N.J.S.2C:35-2 and N.J.S.2C:35-5) to implement this unit-based grading system. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process.