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In the [[Drug policy of the United States|United States]], the penalty for illegal drug possession and sale can vary from a small fine to a prison sentence.<ref name="FindLaw"/> In some states, [[Cannabis (drug)|marijuana]] possession is considered to be a [[petty offense]], with the penalty being comparable to that of a [[Speed limit|speeding violation]].{{disputed-inline|date=July 2018}} Generally, however, drug possession is an arrestable offense, with repercussions including large fines and possible incarceration or probation.<ref name="FindLaw">{{Cite web |url=https://criminal.findlaw.com/criminal-charges/drug-possession-penalties-and-sentencing.html |title=Drug Possession Penalties - FindLaw |website=Findlaw |language=en-US |access-date=2018-07-06}}</ref> |
In the [[Drug policy of the United States|United States]], the penalty for illegal drug possession and sale can vary from a small fine to a prison sentence.<ref name="FindLaw"/> In some states, [[Cannabis (drug)|marijuana]] possession is considered to be a [[petty offense]], with the penalty being comparable to that of a [[Speed limit|speeding violation]].{{disputed-inline|date=July 2018}} Generally, however, drug possession is an arrestable offense, with repercussions including large fines and possible incarceration or probation.<ref name="FindLaw">{{Cite web |url=https://criminal.findlaw.com/criminal-charges/drug-possession-penalties-and-sentencing.html |title=Drug Possession Penalties - FindLaw |website=Findlaw |language=en-US |access-date=2018-07-06}}</ref> |
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In [[Singapore]], 70% of executions are for drug-related offenses, which encompasses drug possession.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thinkcentre.org/article.cfm?ArticleID=1425|title=Singapore Death Penalty Shrouded In Silence|publisher=Reuters|date=2002-04-12|access-date=2008-12-01}}</ref> There is a national drug control law known as the [[Misuse of Drugs Act (Singapore)|Misuse of Drugs Act]] used to assess and determine [[Illegal drug trade|drug trafficking]]. Drug possession can account for [[imprisonment]], [[caning]] and [[capital punishment]], based on the amount of controlled drugs a person possesses. |
In [[Singapore]], 70% of executions are for drug-related offenses, which encompasses drug possession.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thinkcentre.org/article.cfm?ArticleID=1425|title=Singapore Death Penalty Shrouded In Silence|publisher=Reuters|date=2002-04-12|access-date=2008-12-01}}</ref> There is a national drug control law known as the [[Misuse of Drugs Act (Singapore)|Misuse of Drugs Act]] used to assess and determine [[Illegal drug trade|drug trafficking]]. Drug possession can account for [[imprisonment]], [[caning]] and [[capital punishment]], based on the amount of controlled drugs a person possesses.<ref>{{cite web| url=https://www.drugcrime-law.co.il/%D7%A2%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%9A-%D7%93%D7%99%D7%9F-%D7%A2%D7%91%D7%99%D7%A8%D7%95%D7%AA-%D7%A1%D7%9E%D7%99%D7%9D/ |title= עורך דין עבירות סמים }} Friday, 28 May 2021 </ref> |
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Drug possession is the crime of having one or more illegal drugs in one's possession, either for personal use, distribution, sale or otherwise. Illegal drugs fall into different categories and sentences vary depending on the amount, type of drug, circumstances, and jurisdiction.[1] A person has possession of drugs if they have actual physical control of the drugs (they have the drugs in their hands) or if the drugs are on that person.[2] [3] A person also has possession of drugs if they have the power and intent to control their disposition and use.[4]
In the United States, the penalty for illegal drug possession and sale can vary from a small fine to a prison sentence.[5] In some states, marijuana possession is considered to be a petty offense, with the penalty being comparable to that of a speeding violation.[disputed – discuss] Generally, however, drug possession is an arrestable offense, with repercussions including large fines and possible incarceration or probation.[5]
In Singapore, 70% of executions are for drug-related offenses, which encompasses drug possession.[6] There is a national drug control law known as the Misuse of Drugs Act used to assess and determine drug trafficking. Drug possession can account for imprisonment, caning and capital punishment, based on the amount of controlled drugs a person possesses.[7]
References
- ^ David W. Rasmussen, Brhguce Benson (1994). The Economic Anatomy of a Drug War. Rowman & Littlefield. ISBN 0-8476-7910-1.
- ^ R v Amanatidis [2001] NSWCCA 400 at [9], Court of Criminal Appeal (NSW, Australia).
- ^ R v Shipley [2014] QSC 299, Supreme Court (Qld, Australia).
- ^ For example, in Australian Law He Kaw Teh v R [1985] HCA 43.
- ^ a b "Drug Possession Penalties - FindLaw". Findlaw. Retrieved 2018-07-06.
- ^ "Singapore Death Penalty Shrouded In Silence". Reuters. 2002-04-12. Retrieved 2008-12-01.
- ^ "עורך דין עבירות סמים". Friday, 28 May 2021
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