Calling For An Overdose
N.J.S.A. 2C:35-30 — no arrest for possession found because someone sought help
In New Jersey, a person who in good faith seeks medical help for someone else's drug overdose is not arrested, charged, prosecuted or convicted for possessing or using a controlled dangerous substance, a prescription drug, drug paraphernalia or a syringe, among the other offenses the section lists, when the evidence was found because they sought help.
- Parole or probation is not revoked based only on those offenses, though the circumstance may be considered in setting the conditions.
- It does not limit evidence of other crimes, the seizure of contraband, or an arrest for any other offense.
Sources for this section (1)
- N.J.S.A. 2C:35-30 — Immunity from liability for persons seeking medical assistance for someone experiencing a drug overdose
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of September 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed New Jersey attorney.