The drug trade from Central and South America is causing a dramatic increase in criminal activity in

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The drug trade from Central and South America is causing a dramatic increase in criminal activity in New Mexico. The New Mexico legislature wants to take action.

They pass a statute with this language: “Any person found transporting illegal substances, including but not limited to, heroin, cocaine, and marijuana, into New Mexico will be punished to the full extent of the law.” Is this criminal statute enforceable?

Why or why not?

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Criminal Law

ISBN: 9780135777626

3rd Edition

Authors: Jennifer Moore, John Worrall

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