📘 Misuse of Drugs Amendment (Psychoactive Substances) Act 2015
029 of 2015Assented 21 October 2015
The Misuse of Drugs Amendment (Psychoactive Substances) Act 2015 amends the Misuse of Drugs Act 1981 to regulate the manufacture, sale, supply, and promotion of psychoactive substances in Western Australia. It defines psychoactive substances and establishes offenses related to their misuse.
Impact
Individuals involved in the manufacture, sale, supply, or promotion of psychoactive substances will be affected, facing potential fines and imprisonment. The Act also grants police officers specific powers to investigate and seize suspected psychoactive substances, impacting businesses and individuals suspected of dealing with these substances.
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