Ahmedabad Court Sentences Two in 31g Mephedrone Case
A special court in Ahmedabad sentenced two individuals to prison for possessing over 31g of mephedrone. One convict is a repeat offender. Details on the NDPS Act case and acquittals inside.
A special court in Ahmedabad sentenced two individuals to prison for possessing over 31g of mephedrone. One convict is a repeat offender. Details on the NDPS Act case and acquittals inside.
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