Where a s 71A offence (possession with intent to traffick) involves multiple acts and the precursor chemicals the subject of s 71D charges are only one of those acts, Rule 3 against double punishment does not require quashing the s 71D convictions, but full concurrency of sentences should be ordered. Trial judges should consider directing juries not to return verdicts on s 71D charges where the only act relied upon under s 71A is the same possession.
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