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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
For purposes of this subchapter:
(1) “Controlled substance” means a drug, substance or immediate precursor in Schedules I through V of subchapter II of this chapter.
(2) “Fentanyl” means as defined in § 4716(c)(6) of this title.
(3) “Opiate” means any controlled substance having an addiction-forming or addiction-sustaining liability similar to morphine or being capable of conversion into a drug having addiction-forming or addiction-sustaining liability and is a prescription drug.
(4) “Overdose death” means a death caused, in whole or in part, by the consumption or use of a controlled substance.
(5) “Prescription drug” means as defined in § 4701 of this title.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Delaware Code Title 16. Health and Safety § 4799A. Definitions - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/de/title-16-health-and-safety/de-code-sect-16-4799a/
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