DECRIMINALISING personal
drug use and possession in
Australia would lead to significant
public health benefits, according to
a report published yesterday by the
National Drug and Alcohol Research
Centre at the University of NSW.
The report says such a move
would also save public money, and
finds there is strong public support
for decriminalisation approaches
such as treatment for drug users.
Co-author Dr Caitlin Hughes said
decriminalisation should not be
confused with legalisation.
“Decriminalisation removes
criminal penalties for use and
possession by law or in practice. It
does not provide a legal avenue to
obtain drugs,” she said.
“It is a sound and pragmatic
policy, supported by research
evidence, that can save public
money and offer a more effective
and humane response to drug use.”The above article was sent to subscribers in Pharmacy Daily's issue from 11 Aug 16 To see the full newsletter, see the embedded issue below or CLICK HERE to download Pharmacy Daily from 11 Aug 16
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