A219 — Allows juvenile to be tried as adult regardless of age for certain drug offenses resulting in death; imposes life imprisonment for conviction of strict liability for drug induced deaths if victim was under age 18.

A219 — Allows juvenile to be tried as adult regardless of age for certain drug offenses resulting in death; imposes life imprisonment for conviction of strict liability for drug induced deaths if victim was under age 18. · Informed CitizenryThis legislation significantly changes the legal standards for prosecuting drug-related deaths, particularly when a minor is involved. It allows juvenile offenders to be tried as adults—meaning t…Open in Informed Citizenry