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Cameroon passes its narcotics control law

Law 97/019 bans growing the cannabis plant (Article 8) and sets ten to twenty years in prison, a fine or both for cultivating, selling or holding high-risk drugs. A small amount for personal use gets a lighter penalty (Article 102). Which plants are in which table is left to a ministerial act.

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