Arizona has strict laws against the possession, use, manufacture, and distribution of methamphetamine. The laws establish felony convictions for first and second offenses. A first offense is a class 2 felony with an average 10 year sentence. A second offense is also a class 2 felony with an average 15 year sentence. The document provides an example of three men convicted in 2010 of possessing 5 pounds of methamphetamine with intent to sell. They received prison sentences ranging from nearly 6 to 12 years.

1. Arizona Meth LawsArizona has a ZERO tolerance policyIn regards to the possession, use, administration, acquisition, manufacturing, or transportation of dangerous drugs. A person shall not knowingly:Possess, use, sell, or administer Methamphetamine to another person

2. Possess equipment or chemicals for the purpose of manufacturing or manufacture methamphetamine.

3. Transport for sale, import into this state or offer to transfer for sale or import into this state http://www.azleg.gov/FormatDocument.asp?inDoc=/ars/13/03407.htm&Title=13&DocType=ARS