4-Phase Cross-Jurisdiction State Machine
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Statutory Inspector
21 U.S.C. § 841(b)(1)(C)
Federal mandatory minimum enhancement if death or serious bodily injury results from distribution of Schedule I/II controlled substance. Local coroner establishes cause of death; DEA establishes chain of illicit supply.
Evidentiary Standard Thresholds
| Standard | Authority | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Reasonable Suspicion | Local Police | Scene detention, initial inquiry |
| Administrative Need | DEA TDS (§ 876) | PDMP & pharmacy distribution audits |
| Probable Cause (4th Am.) | U.S. Magistrate | Device search warrants & raid ops |
| Beyond Reasonable Doubt | DOJ / USAO | § 841(b)(1)(C) statutory conviction |
Active Agency Routing
Lead Medical Authority:County Medical Examiner
Lead Scene Homicide:Local Police Dept (PD)
Diversion & Supply Lead:DEA Tactical Diversion Squad
Prosecutorial Gateway:U.S. Attorney's Office (USAO)