As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
Any substance listed in Schedule I, II, III, IV or V of New
York Public Health Law § 3306 where such substance is unlawfully
possessed.
OWNER
The same meaning as used in § 128 of the New York
Vehicle and Traffic Law.
SALE or PURCHASE
To buy, sell, exchange, give, dispose of, or acquire from
another, or to offer or agree to do the same.
TRANSPORT
To convey from one place to another.
UNLAWFULLY
In violation of Article 33 of the New York Public Health
Law.
USE
Mixing, compounding, preparing, possessing, or consuming
any controlled substance.
VEHICLE
The same meaning as used in § 159 of the New York
Vehicle and Traffic Law.
The owner, lessee, or driver of any vehicle that is used in
connection with the sale, purchase, use, and/or transport of controlled
substances shall be liable to the County of Suffolk for a civil penalty
in the amount of $2,500.
This article shall apply to all offenses occurring on or after
the effective date of this article.