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21 U.S.C. 855: Alternative fineText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 21-FOOD AND DRUGSCHAPTER 13-DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND CONTROL
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§855. Alternative fine

In lieu of a fine otherwise authorized by this part, a defendant who derives profits or other proceeds from an offense may be fined not more than twice the gross profits or other proceeds.

( Pub. L. 91–513, title II, § 415 , as added Pub. L. 98–473, title II, § 2302 , Oct. 12, 1984 , 98 Stat. 2193 .)