Who Does It Best? A Fifty-State Comparison of the Laws Surrounding Methamphetamine

Authors

Trinity Bledsoe Bryant, J.D., Duncan School of Law, Lincoln Memorial University

First & Last Page

17-41

Abstract

Methamphetamine abuse remains a significant public health and criminal justice issue across the United States. Despite its widespread impact, states have taken varied legislative approaches to combat possession, distribution, and use. This Note provides a comprehensive fifty-state comparison of methamphetamine-related laws, examining key legal provisions, penalties, and alternative rehabilitative procedures. By analyzing trends in legislation, the Note highlights which states enforce the most stringent or lenient policies and evaluates their effectiveness in reducing the use of methamphetamine within the state. The findings aim to inform policymakers and legal professionals on best practices for combating methamphetamine abuse while balancing public health and criminal justice concerns.

Recommended Citation

Trinity B. Bryant, J.D., Who Does It Best? A Fifty-State Comparison of the Laws Surrounding Methamphetamine, 12 Lincoln Mem’l U. L. Rev. (2025).
Available at: https://digitalcommons.lmunet.edu/lmulrev/vol12/iss2/2