What are the statutes covering the possession of chemical use in the production of illegal substances?
• The Federal Statutes Title 21 Section 841 (c) through (f) cover the possession of listed I and II chemicals. Most state statutes mirror the federal narcotics statutes and should be checked for similar uses. • How do officers go about getting their prosecutors interested in pursuing clandestine laboratory cases? • Prior to working the cases, officers should sit down with the most informed narcotics prosecutors and explain their needs. When building cases, the most conservative case management methods should be used, including all interviews and data concerning the best-case presentations. • How can officers tell if there is a methamphetamine problem in their area? • Production of methamphetamine usually results in strong odors that smell similar to cat urine or fingernail polish. Large amounts of precursor chemicals—such as antifreeze, lantern fuel, denatured alcohol, drain cleaner, and cold medicines containing pseudoephedrine—and glassware and coffee filters being purchased or stole
