Unlawful use of controlled substance; penalties.
1. It is unlawful for a person knowingly to use or be under the influence of a controlled substance except in accordance with a lawfully issued prescription.
2. It is unlawful for a person knowingly to use or be under the influence of a controlled substance except when administered to the person at a rehabilitation clinic established or licensed by the Health Division of the Department of Human Resources, or a hospital certified by the Department.
3. Unless a greater penalty is provided in NRS 212.160, a person who violates this section shall be punished:
(a) If the controlled substance is listed in schedule I, II, III or IV, for a category E felony as provided in NRS 193.130.
(b) If the controlled substance is listed in schedule V, by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than 1 year, and may be further punished by a fine of not more than $1,000.
Last modified: February 26, 2006