Kentucky Statutes 218A.1441 – Controlled substance endangerment to a child in the first degree — Penalty
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(1) A person is guilty of controlled substance endangerment to a child in the first degree when he or she knowingly causes or permits a child to be present when any person is illegally manufacturing a controlled substance or methamphetamine or possesses a hazardous chemical substance with intent to illegally manufacture a controlled substance or methamphetamine under circumstances that place a child in danger of serious physical injury or death, if the child dies as a result of the commission of the offense.
(2) Controlled substance endangerment to a child in the first degree is a Class A felony.
For details, see § 532.060
Effective: June 20, 2005
History: Created 2005 Ky. Acts ch. 150, sec. 2, effective June 20, 2005.
(2) Controlled substance endangerment to a child in the first degree is a Class A felony.
Attorney's Note
Under the Kentucky Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A felony | between 20 years and life | between $1,000 and $10,000 |
Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 218A.1441
- Child: means any person under the age of majority as specified in KRS §. See Kentucky Statutes 218A.010
- Hazardous chemical substance: includes any chemical substance used or intended for use in the illegal manufacture of a controlled substance as defined in this section or the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine as defined in KRS §. See Kentucky Statutes 218A.010
- Person: means individual, corporation, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership or association, or any other legal entity. See Kentucky Statutes 218A.010
Effective: June 20, 2005
History: Created 2005 Ky. Acts ch. 150, sec. 2, effective June 20, 2005.