Lopez v. Gonzales

Supreme Court of the United States · Decided 2006-12-05

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*50 Justice Souter delivered the opinion of the Court. The question raised is whether conduct made a felony under state law but a misdemeanor under the Controlled Substances Act is a “felony punishable under the Controlled Substances Act.” 18 U. S. C. § 924 (c)(2). We hold it is not. I <p "b324-…

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