Cal. Civ. Code § 410-38-2-5
"Chemicals used in the illegal manufacture of a controlled substance" defined
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Sec. 5. "Chemicals used in the illegal manufacture of a controlled substance" means all substances used in or resulting from the illegal manufacture of controlled substances and includes the following: (1) Controlled substances as defined in IC 35-48-1-9 [IC 35-48-1 repealed by P.L. 186-2025 SECTION 248, effective July 1, 2025.]. (2) Immediate precursors as defined in IC 35-48-1-17 [IC 35-48-1 repealed by P.L. 186-2025 SECTION 248, effective July 1, 2025.]. (3) Chemical reagents and precursors as defined in IC 35-48-4-14.5. (4) Wastes produced from: (A) the illegal manufacture of a controlled substance; or (B) an immediate precursor of a controlled substance.
Section 410-38-2-5 of Indiana's 410 IAC 38 establishes what counts as 'chemicals used in the illegal manufacture of a controlled substance' for regulatory purposes. The definition is broad, covering not only the controlled substances themselves and their precursor chemicals, but also chemical reagents and any waste materials generated during illegal drug manufacturing. This definition serves as a foundational term that shapes how contaminated properties are identified and assessed under the broader regulation.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 410 IAC 38 § 410-38-2-5, property owners and managers should be aware that contamination from illegal drug manufacturing is defined expansively — encompassing finished controlled substances, precursor chemicals, reagents, and manufacturing byproducts or waste. Compliant operators typically document and disclose any known history of illegal drug manufacturing activity on a property, since residual chemicals in any of these categories may trigger remediation requirements. Understanding this broad definition helps property managers recognize the full scope of substances that may need to be assessed when evaluating a potentially contaminated unit or structure.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 410-38-2-5 of 410 IAC 38 defines the range of hazardous substances associated with illegal drug manufacturing that Indiana's regulations address, including waste products and precursor chemicals — not just the drugs themselves. Tenants who suspect a rental unit may have been used for illegal drug manufacturing, or who are concerned about chemical residues, can reference this definition to understand what types of contamination fall under the regulatory framework. General enforcement paths may include contacting local health authorities, raising the issue with a housing inspector, or reaching out to a tenant-rights organization familiar with Indiana's property contamination rules.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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