nov 2, 1951 - Boggs Act of 1951
Description:
The Boggs Act of 1951 amended the Narcotic Drugs Import and Export Act and set mandatory sentences for drug convictions. A first offense conviction for marijuana possession carried a minimum sentence of 2 to 10 years and a fine of up to $20,000.https://www.druglibrary.org/schaffer/library/studies/nc/nc2_7.htm
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Date:
nov 2, 1951
Now
~ 74 years ago