A bill to require the imposition of a life sentence in connection with the unlawful distribution of certain narcotic drugs.

Summary

Imposes a mandatory life sentence on any persons 16 years of age or older who violates the Controlled Substances Act by distributing any controlled substance classified in schedule I or II which is a narcotic drug. Permits the reduction of sentence imposed only in specified circumstances. Imposes a mandatory life sentence on any person at least 16 years of age who knowingly permits a controlled substance which is a narcotic to be introduced into his body and who has committed a felony while under the influence of such drug. Permits reduction of any sentence imposed only in specified circumstances. Creates the presumption that one is knowingly under the influence of narcotics and permits an arresting officer or appropriate judicial officer to require such person to undergo a medical examination. Authorizes the Attorney General to designate procedures for the taking of a medical examination under this Act.

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Timeline

1. 20 February 1973

   Introduced

   Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary.

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 20 February 1973

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

   Source: IntroReferral

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 20 February 1973

  Open at official source

Sponsors

• Sen. Gurney, Edward J. [R-FL] · R · Sponsor
• Sen. Bible, Alan [D-NV] · D · Cosponsor
• Sen. Pastore, John O. [D-RI] · D · Cosponsor
• Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] · R · Cosponsor
• Sen. Eastland, James O. [D-MS] · D · Cosponsor
• Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC] · R · Cosponsor
• · ssju00 · Standing

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