Brazil — Historical Events Description

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Event
Narcotics Control Law Approved (Decree-Law No. 891)
Category
Social
Date
1938-11-25
Country
Brazil
Description

This decree approved a national law for the supervision of narcotic drugs (fiscalização de entorpecentes). It aimed to regulate and control substances treated as narcotics under the act. The text lists substances and sets a legal framework for oversight and enforcement. It also reflects Brazil’s intent to align with international conventions on the topic at that time.