Topic: Methamphetamine

Tennessee Comptroller releases “Methamphetamine Production in Tennessee” report

January 12, 2013 |

Nashville, TN – Methamphetamine production continues in small laboratories in Tennessee and elsewhere around the country in spite of new laws regulating and tracking the sale of pharmacy products used to manufacture the illegal drug.

That is one of the findings of a report released today by the Comptroller’s Offices of Research and Education Accountability about attempts to control access to legal products sold at pharmacies which are later used to create methamphetamine. Pseudoephedrine, the most common of the so-called “precursor” products used in manufacturing the drug, is an ingredient in many over-the-counter cold and allergy remedies. «Read the rest of this article»

Clarksville Police Department takes down Meth lab

January 6, 2013 |

Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Police Department continued it’s fight against drugs with the arrests of two suspects for the alleged manufacturing of methamphetamine.

The two suspects were arrested at 14 Tulip Poplar Court on Saturday.

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Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam announces Statewide Anti-Meth Campaign

April 6, 2012 |

Nashville, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam rolled out a comprehensive statewide campaign designed to inform Tennesseans about the consequences of violating the “I Hate Meth Act,” which took effect on July 1st, 2011. The announcement took place in coordination with the Tennessee Sheriffs’ Association meeting in Nashville.

“The goal of this campaign is to communicate the harsh consequences of violating our anti-meth law,” Haslam said. “We want to deter people from making and using meth in our state, which will save lives, protect children, save taxpayer dollars, and make Tennessee safer overall.” «Read the rest of this article»

Tennessee Highway Patrol announces 2011 Trooper of the Year

February 19, 2012 |

Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Highway Patrol named Trooper Dwayne Stanford the 2011 Trooper of the Year at an award ceremony held Thursday evening. This marks the second consecutive year Trooper Stanford, a third generation State Trooper, has earned the honor. He was also recognized in Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam’s State of the State address in January.

Additionally, seven other State Troopers received Trooper of the Year honors in their respective districts. Awards were also given to the Investigator of the Year and Interdiction Trooper of the Year, while 10 troopers were also recognized for their DUI enforcement. «Read the rest of this article»

Haslam unveils comprehensive Public Safety Strategy

January 6, 2012 |

Multi-year action plan resulting from collaboration of 11 state agencies

Nashville, TN – Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam today announced a comprehensive, multi-year action plan designed to improve public safety statewide.

The Governor’s Public Safety Subcabinet Working Group, which includes commissioners and representatives from 11 state agencies, submitted the plan after months of meetings with more than 300 public safety professionals and stakeholders across the state.

The three goals of the public safety action plan are to significantly reduce drug abuse and drug trafficking; curb violent crime; and lower the rate of repeat offenders. There are 11 objectives and 40 action steps outlined in the plan, all specifically linked to those goals.

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Legislation combating meth use and production passes House

May 16, 2011 |

Will increase penalties on meth makers and improve tracking of pseudoephedrine sales

Nashville, TN - A very important bill to address the growing problem of meth use here in Tennessee passed the House Thursday, Rep. Joe Pitts said.

“This bill will save lives but may not end the methamphetamine problem we have in our state,” Pitts said. “Every member of the General Assembly is committed to eliminating this public health threat that is destroying lives in Tennessee.” «Read the rest of this article»

Legislation combating meth use and production continues to progress through House

April 28, 2011 |

Will increase penalties on meth makers and improve tracking of pseudoephedrine sales

Nashville, TN – A very important bill to address the growing problem of meth use here in Tennessee passed the House Health committee this week, Rep. Joe Pitts said.
 
House Bill 1051 would increase the penalties on meth makers and implement a new tracking system for the purchase of the key meth ingredient of pseudoephedrine-based decongestants. «Read the rest of this article»

Man charged in Wife’s Murder in Macon County

February 15, 2011 |

Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation presented a case against a former Macon County, Tennessee man to the Macon County Grand Jury last week that resulted in an indictment against him for murdering his wife last year.

Cody Scott, 23, was charged with one count of first degree murder for killing his wife, Misty Scott, 20, on Sunday, March 28th, 2010. «Read the rest of this article»

GOP Week in Review

June 22, 2009 |

The House GOP Review is a weekly feature that gives Tennesseans an in-depth look at what our Republican state legislators have been working on this week, and a glimpse into what’s planned for the coming week at our state house. This week’s highlights:

• Balanced Budget Accord
• 26.9 Billion Dollar Budget
• Bonding Plan Overhaul
• Charter Schools
• Crime Legislation
• Methamphetamine
• Drunk Driving

The legislature wrapped up business this week, after several late nights and marathon sessions. Lawmakers reached a consensus on the budget, bonding legislation, and charter schools at the eleventh hour. After a long week, House leaders passed House Joint Resolution 700, declaring the House stand in recess until January 12, 2010 at noon. «Read the rest of this article»

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