Alabama § 13A-12-203 - Attempt to Commit Controlled Substance Crime.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 13A-12-203 — Attempt to Commit Controlled Substance Crime., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13A-12-203. Attempt to Commit Controlled Substance Crime.
(a) A person is guilty of an attempt to commit a controlled substance crime if he engages in the conduct defined in Section 13A-4-2(a), and the crime attempted is a controlled substance crime.
(b) The principles of liability and defenses for an attempt to commit a controlled substance crime are the same as those specified in Sections 13A-4-2(b) through (c), and in Section 13A-4-5.
(c) An attempt to commit a controlled substance crime shall be punished the same as the controlled substance crime attempted.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 13A-12-203
What does Code of Alabama § 13A-12-203 cover?
Section 13A-12-203 ("Attempt to Commit Controlled Substance Crime.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 13A-12-203?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 13A-12-203 apply to my situation?
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