Violation of this section by possession of marijuana or a controlled substance in Class E of section 31 shall be punished in a house of correction for not more than six months or a fine or both.
Any psychoactive drug is potentially harmful.
The effects depend on the agent, the user, the environment in which the drug is used, and the intensity, frequency and duration of use. Drug abuse and misuse can cause tragic effects on both mind and body. These drugs have a high potential for physical and psychological dependency. Possible effects from these drugs are euphoria, drowsiness, respiratory depression, constricted pupils and nausea. Slow and shallow breathing, clammy skin, convulsions, coma, and possible death are effects of overdose.