Английская Википедия:Boggs Act of 1951

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Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Infobox U.S. legislation 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 5 years and a fine of up to $2,000.[1][2]

History

The act was sponsored by Hale Boggs, a Louisiana Democrat.[3] On November 2, 1951, Harry S. Truman signed the act into law.[4]

On January 4, 1952, under the provisions of the act, over 500 were arrested.[2][4]

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