Law and penalities

Until 1 April 2008, BZP party pills were restricted under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1975 which meant that they were legal to sell with certain restrictions.

From 1 April 2008, BZP and related substances became a Class C controlled drug, with the same penalties as cannabis plant. The maximum penalty for possession of BZP (Class C) is three months jail and/or a $500 fine. The maximum penalty for importing, manufacturing and/or supplying BZP is eight years imprisonment.