Definition of Prohibited Drugs
- "Prohibited drug" covers opium, cocaine, alpha and beta eucaine, Indian hemp (marihuana), their derivatives, and all preparations made from them.
- Includes natural and synthetic drugs with physiological action as narcotic drugs.
Specific Definitions of Key Terms
- "Opium": includes all kinds and forms of opium, crude or prepared, as well as ashes or refuse; narcotic preparations thereof; morphine or any alkaloid of opium; preparations containing opium, morphine, or their alkaloids; opium leaves or wrappings, whether prepared or not.
- "Indian hemp" (marihuana): includes all varieties and forms (dried, fresh flowering or fruiting tops) of Cannabis sativa where resin has not been extracted.
- Also known by various names including cannabia Americana, hashish, bhang, guaza, churrus, and ganjah.
- Includes use as reefers, resin, extracts, tinctures, or other forms.
Definition of Narcotic Drug
- A drug producing insensibility and melancholy dullness of mind.
- May cause delusions.
- Possesses habit-forming potential.
Prohibition on Maintenance of Drug Dens
- Penalty imposed on anyone who maintains a dive or resort where prohibited drugs are used in any form, in violation of the law.
Effectivity
- The Act takes effect immediately upon approval.