Distribution of a controlled substance in or near schools or colleges is a crime that is punishable by law and carries severe penalties. It is the unlawful distribution, sale, or delivery of a controlled substance, such as drugs, to individuals on school or college grounds. It can also include the possession of a controlled substance with the intent to distribute it. Examples of controlled substances typically distributed in or near schools and colleges include cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine. There are two primary types of distribution of a controlled substance in or near schools and colleges: direct distribution, which includes the transfer of the drug directly to an individual in a school or college setting; and indirect distribution, which involves selling or delivering the drug to an individual who will then distribute it on school or college grounds. The penalties for distribution of a controlled substance in or near schools or colleges vary depending on the type of substance distributed, the amount distributed, and the location of the distribution. In most cases, distribution of a controlled substance in or near schools or colleges is a felony offense and can result in jail time, steep fines, or both.