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Illegal Possession of Drugs: Polish Man Faces 10-Year Sentence

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Nov.28.2023
Illegal Possession of Drugs: Polish Man Faces 10-Year Sentence
A housing in Lublin, Poland drew police attention due to excessive noise, leading to the discovery of drugs and illegal e-cigarettes.

In recent days, a housing property in Lublin, Poland, attracted police attention due to excessive nighttime noise. During the investigation, the police discovered a quantity of drugs and illegal e-cigarettes, leading to the detention of all individuals present at the scene.

 

After conducting a further search of the 24-year-old man's room, the authorities have discovered 850 grams of ephedrine and 200 e-cigarettes without the required Polish tax stamps.

 

Currently, a 24-year-old man has been charged with the illegal possession of a large quantity of drugs. According to the court's decision, he will be temporarily detained for three months and could potentially face a maximum sentence of 10 years imprisonment.

 

References:
[1] 850 gramów mefedronu i 200 sztuk e-papierosów bez polskich ...
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[1] Potential Health Risks of Tobacco and E-cigarettes
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