Synthetic Drug Abuse Prevention Act of 2012 Published July 19, 2012 By 23d Wing Legal office MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga -- On 10 July 2012, President Obama signed the Synthetic Drug Abuse Prevention Act of 2012 into law. This new law makes the use, possession or distribution of certain synthetic drugs illegal. Specifically, this Act added fifteen synthetic cannabinoids, which are commonly known as "Spice," and eleven synthetic cathinones, commonly referred to as "bath salts," to Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. Members caught using, distributing, or possessing these substances can be charged for a violation of Article 112a, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). The consequences of illegally using a Schedule I controlled substance are very severe and can include: a dishonorable discharge and confinement for five years for possession or use, and a dishonorable discharge and confinement for fifteen years for wrongful distribution. A copy of the Synthetic Drug Abuse Prevention Act can be found here. Please direct questions or concerns regarding this Act to the 23d Wing Legal Office at (229) 257-3414 or DSN 460-3414.