A wide variety of federal- and state-level laws and policies exist to prevent, limit, and penalize opioid drug misuse, whether that misuse involves illicit drugs (such as heroin) or prescription pain medications (such as OxyContin).
Federal laws and associated penalties for controlled substance misuse include fines, prison terms, and potential confiscation of property.
At the same time, a wide variety of state laws exist to reduce opioid prescribing, prevent diversion of opioids into the black market, and promote treatment for those experiencing opioid addiction.
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