Pennsylvania Drug Manufacturing Laws
By Samuel Strom, J.D. | Legally reviewed by FindLaw Staff | Last reviewed October 31, 2024
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Drug manufacturing of any controlled substance in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is against the law. As part of an effort to prevent illicit controlled substance manufacturing, the state’s law enforcement agencies maintain data related to illegal drug laboratories.
Pennsylvania state law classifies controlled substances, including illegal and narcotic drugs, into five schedules. Examples of controlled substances in each schedule include the following:
- Schedule I: marijuana (marihuana), heroin, MDMA, and many other opiate isomers
- Schedule II: methadone, methamphetamine, cocaine, PCP, and fentanyl
- Schedule III: anabolic steroids and lysergic acid
- Schedule IV: barbital, tramadol, and carisoprodol
- Schedule V: mixtures containing small amounts of codeine or opium
The criminal penalties for manufacturing an illegal controlled substance in Pennsylvania vary. They're based on the type of drug manufactured, the amount created, and if the manufacturer has a criminal record that includes prior drug crimes.
Pennsylvania Controlled Substances and Drug Manufacturing Charges
The table below contains information about Pennsylvania laws regarding illegal drug manufacturing. For more information, visit FindLaw’s Drug Charges section.
Pennsylvania Drug Manufacturing Laws Code Sections |
Pennsylvania Statutes
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Pennsylvania Drug Manufacturing Offenses |
It is unlawful for anyone to engage in the following in Pennsylvania:
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Pennsylvania Criminal Penalties for Drug Manufacturing |
Upon conviction for the crimes listed above, the following penalties apply: Manufacturing a misbranded controlled substance or other drug, device, or cosmetic (§ 780-113(a)(1)):
Manufacture of a controlled substance by a registrant without authorization (§ 780-113(a)(25):
Manufacturing a controlled substance without proper registration (§ 780-113(a)(30)):
Using or possessing drug paraphernalia (§ 780-113(a)(32)):
Manufacturing drug paraphernalia with intent to deliver (§ 780-113(a)(33)):
Creating a noncontrolled depressant or stimulant § 780-113(a)(35):
Manufacturing a designer drug (§ 780-113(a)(36))
Manufacturing methamphetamine or phencyclidine (PCP) where any child under the age of 18 is present or where the manufacturing of those drugs causes any child to suffer bodily injury (§ 780-113(a)(38)(i-ii)):
Manufacturing amphetamines or methamphetamine
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Note: State laws are subject to change through the state legislature’s actions. Contact a Pennsylvania criminal defense attorney or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.
Related Resources
For more information about Pennsylvania’s controlled substances laws and drug laws in general, browse the following links:
- Pennsylvania Law
- Pennsylvania Drug Distribution Laws
- Pennsylvania Drug Possession Laws
- Pennsylvania Cocaine Laws
- Pennsylvania Opioid, Opiate, and Heroin Laws
- Pennsylvania Criminal Laws
- Pennsylvania Criminal Statute of Limitations Laws
- Drug Trafficking and Drug Distribution
- Drug Cultivation and Manufacturing
- Drug Possession Penalties and Sentencing
- Drug Possession Overview
For more information about other states’ drug laws, visit FindLaw’s State Codes Section.
Issues With Drug Manufacturing in Pennsylvania? An Attorney Can Help
Manufacturing controlled substances in Pennsylvania can lead to misdemeanor and felony charges. If law enforcement has charged you with a controlled substance crime, contact a Pennsylvania drug crimes attorney for help. A criminal defense lawyer’s legal advice and representation could significantly impact an ongoing criminal case.
Can I Solve This on My Own or Do I Need an Attorney?
- Complex criminal defense situations usually require a lawyer
- Defense attorneys can help protect your rights
- A lawyer can seek to reduce or eliminate criminal penalties
Get tailored advice and ask your legal questions. Many Pennsylvania attorneys offer free consultations.
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