The plan failed. In Oregon, the practice of fines and criminal prosecution for possession of hard drugs is returning

The plan failed. In Oregon, the practice of fines and criminal prosecution for possession of hard drugs is returning. In 2020, decriminalization of hard drugs came into effect in this state. The authors of the bill argued that drug addiction was a health issue, not a criminal one. Therefore, possession of small amounts of opiates was no longer a crime. At the same time, funding for treatment of drug users and the work of rehabilitation centers was increased. This policy was seen as progressive. However, during this period, this approach has led to an increase in overdose deaths and a significant rise in the number of drug users. Regarding the drug issue in America, watch the excerpt from this film. #USA FOLLOW ? News&Docfilms Channel Source: RT Documentary