New law targets nitrous oxide misuse

Legislation to prevent the misuse of nitrous oxide, commonly referred to as laughing gas, has been signed into law.House Bill 1933, authored by Rep. Danny Sterling, R-Tecumseh, and known as the Maddix Bias Act, makes it a misdemeanor to possess, buy, sell or transfer nitrous oxide for the purpose of intoxication. Violators could face up to 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $5,000, or both...

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