Controlled Substance Checking Services
Cal. HSC § 11301
California Statutes
Notwithstanding any other law, it is not a violation of this division for a controlled substance checking service provider to do any of the following solely for the purpose of providing controlled substance checking services: (
a) Receive voluntarily provided samples of substances potentially containing controlled substances or controlled substance analogs. (
b) Possess, transport, transfer, or store a sample of a controlled substance or a controlled substance analog solely for the purpose of analyzing the substance to determine its chemical composition. (
c) Use available technologies to analyze the contents of samples to obtain timely and accurate information regarding the composition of controlled substances or controlled substance analogs. (
d) Provide results of analysis obtained from controlled substance checking equipment to the person requesting controlled substance checking services. (
e) Provide information and harm reduction services and advice to help individuals make informed decisions about use of controlled substances and controlled substance analogs. (
f) Disseminate data containing only the results of analysis and containing no personally identifiable information to community members at risk of overdose. (
g) If necessary, arrange for a sample of a substance to be tested by a laboratory for secondary verification, including transportation of samples. (
h) Purchase, obtain, possess, provide, transport, distribute, use, or evaluate the use of controlled substance checking equipment. (
i) Provide training and technical assistance concerning controlled substance checking equipment, the process of controlled substance checking, and the purpose of controlled substance checking. (
j) Work in collaboration with a local health officer, the State Department of Public Health, or a research institution to conduct or engage in any activities authorized by this article.