HR 4901 · 98th Congress · Crime and Law Enforcement

Comprehensive Drug Penalty Act of 1984

Introduced 1984-02-22· Sponsored by Rep. Hughes, William J. [D-NJ-2]· House

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Latest: See H.J.Res.648.(1984-10-12)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Title I: Controlled Substances Provisions - Comprehensive Drug Penalty Act of 1984 - Amends the Controlled Substances Act to subject to forfeiture all land and buildings used for holding or storing controlled substances or materials used to manufacture such substances except if done without the knowledge or consent of the owner. Provides that a proceeding for forfeiture may be brought in the judicial district in which the defendant owning such property is found or in the judicial district in which the criminal prosecution is brought. Establishes within the Treasury a revolving fund known as the Department of Justice Forfeiture Fund. Allows the fund to be used for the payment of rewards for information that results in a forfeiture and for the expenses incurred in a forfeiture action. Requires deposit in this fund of proceeds and profits forfeited as a result of drug violations. Authorizes appropriations from the fund for FY 1984 through 1986. Sets the maximum reward for information at $250,000. Amends the Controlled Substances Act and the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act to increase the maximum authorized fines for certain drug offenses. Permits imposition of an alternati…

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Cosponsors (17)

12 Democrats5 Republicans