An Act relative to police use of epinephrine autoinjectors
This bill (HD 1559) protects police officers and individuals experiencing severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) from drug possession charges when seeking emergency medical help. It allows officers to carry, possess, and administer epinephrine autoinjectors without fear of prosecution or civil liability for good-faith actions. The law specifically shields against charges under drug laws if evidence of possession came from the emergency, but does not cover drug trafficking or distribution. It applies only to immediate life-threatening allergic reactions requiring urgent care.
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