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Claim Text: Under federal law, simple possession of psilocybin is punishable by up to a year in jail and a minimum fine of $1,000.
Simplified Text: Federal law punishes psilocybin possession with jail and fines.
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Created: December 6, 2025 at 12:39 AM (8 months ago)
Last Updated: December 6, 2025 at 12:39 AM (8 months ago)

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