Boggs Act of 1952
The Boggs Act of 1952 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.
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Boggs Act of 1952
The Boggs Act of 1952 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.
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The Boggs Act of 1952 amended ...... s and a fine of up to $20,000.
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43,437,253
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1951-11-02
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1951-06-21
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An Act to amend the penalty pr ...... laws, and for other purposes.
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Marihuana and Narcotic Law Violators Act of 1951
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1951-07-16
1951-10-20
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Boggs Act of 1952
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1951-11-02
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Harry S. Truman
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The Boggs Act of 1952 amended ...... s and a fine of up to $20,000.
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Boggs Act of 1952
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