Eleven countries studied, one inescapable conclusion – the drug laws don't work
Posted: 30 Oct 2014, 05:47
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Eleven countries studied, one inescapable conclusion – the drug laws don't work
Eight month study shows legalisation policies do not result in wider use, and the US should be watched with interest.
Punitive drug laws are failing, says study
Home Office study finds no evidence that harsh sentencing curbs illegal use and documents success of Portugal's decriminalisation.