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by farkanoid 646 days ago
I wish. 10 years imprisonment and $150k~$470k fine for growing Tobacco in Australia! [1]

[1] https://www.ato.gov.au/about-ato/tax-avoidance/the-fight-aga...

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>"Engaging in the illicit tobacco trade is a serious offence. It significantly deprives the Australian community of vital funding which could have otherwise been used to fund health, education and other essential community services."

Love this.

When laws designed to shut down organized crime are applied to everyone :(
What're the penalties like for real crimes?
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