Drug Control Statutes
/ˈdrʌɡ kənˈtroʊl ˈstætʃuːts/
Definitions
- (n.) Laws and regulations enacted to regulate the manufacture, distribution, and possession of controlled substances.
The drug control statutes impose strict penalties for trafficking illegal narcotics.
Forms
- drug control statutes
- drug control statute
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Commentary
Often includes federal and state laws; drafters should specify jurisdiction and scope of regulated substances for clarity.
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