Drugs

ILLEGAL DRUGS ARE BAD FOR YOU! IF YOU ARE OFFERED ANY OF THESE DRUGS, ALWAYS SAY NO!

Drugs are bad for your health because:
• people who take them can develop mental health issues
• they can cause panic attacks
• drugs are addictive, so more and more are needed for the same effect
• it costs more and some people end up stealing to pay for drugs

CLASS A: 
Cocaine, Ecstasy, Heroin / Opium, LSD, Magic Mushrooms (fresh and prepared), Methadone, PMA, Speed / Amphetamines (for injection)

The maximum punishment is:
Possession: Up to 7 years in prison
Distribution: life in prison and / or an unlimited fine

CLASS B:
Cannabis, Speed/Amphetamines, Barbiturates (without prescription)

The maximum punishment is:
Possession: 5 years in prison and an unlimited fine
Distribution: 14 years in prison and an unlimited fine

CLASS C:
Anabolic Steroids, Tranquilisers, Ketamine, GHB

The maximum punishment is:
Possession: up to 2 years in prison and an unlimited fine
Distribution: 14 years in prison and an unlimited fine

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