RA 6425 (The Dangerous Drugs Act of 1972) Section 27

Criminal Liability of Possessor or User of Dangerous Drugs During Social Gatherings.

Section 27

SEC. 27. Criminal Liability of Possessor or User of Dangerous Drugs During Social Gatherings. — The maximum of the penalties provided for in Section 8, Article II and Section 16, Article III of this Act shall be imposed upon any person found possessing or using any dangerous drug during a party or at a social gathering or in a group of at least five persons possessing or using such drugs. Article VEducational Measures

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