### Question
How does the law define felony drug offense?


### Answer
Under *21 U.S.C. § 802*, **felony drug offense** is defined as:

> an offense that is punishable by imprisonment for more than one year under any law of the United States or of a State or foreign country that prohibits or restricts conduct relating to narcotic drugs, marihuana, anabolic steroids, or depressant or stimulant substances

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 802*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13-DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND CONTROL > SUBCHAPTER I-CONTROL AND ENFORCEMENT > Part A-Introductory Provisions**

