§ 44-49-8. Measurement.
For the purpose of calculating this tax, a quantity of a controlled substance is measured by the weight of the substance whether pure or impure or dilute, or by dosage units when the substance is not sold by weight, in the dealer’s possession. A quantity of a controlled substance is dilute if it consists of a detectable quantity of pure controlled substance and any excipients or fillers.
History of Section.P.L. 1989, ch. 392, § 1; P.L. 2000, ch. 109, § 52; P.L. 2022, ch. 31, § 3, effective May 25, 2022; P.L. 2022, ch. 32, § 3, effective May 25, 2022.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 44-49 - Controlled Substances Taxation Act
Section 44-49-1. - Short title.
Section 44-49-2. - Definitions.
Section 44-49-3. - Administration.
Section 44-49-5. - Tax payment required for possession.
Section 44-49-6. - No immunity.
Section 44-49-7. - Pharmaceuticals.
Section 44-49-8. - Measurement.
Section 44-49-9.1. - Imposition of tax, interest and liens.
Section 44-49-10. - Penalties — Criminal provisions.
Section 44-49-11. - Stamp price.
Section 44-49-12. - Payment due.
Section 44-49-13. - Injunction prohibited — Burden of proof.
Section 44-49-13.1. - Hearings by tax administrator on application, appeals.
Section 44-49-14. - Confidential nature of information.