TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2022//
TI  - The details of decriminalization: designing a non-criminal response to the possession of drugs for personal use
JO  - International journal on drug policy
A1  - Greer, Alissa
A1  - Bonn, Matt
A1  - Shane, Caitlin
A1  - Stevens, Alex
A1  - Tousenard, Natasha
A1  - Ritter, Alison
SP  - e103605
EP  - e103605
VL  - 102
IS  - 
N2  - Internationally, policymakers are considering alternative, non-criminal responses to the possession of drugs for personal use, or 'simple possession'. We show that 'decriminalization' is not a simple, unified model; rather, there are meaningful differences in policies and options available as part of a non-criminal response. Responses include various decriminalization, diversion, and depenalization approaches. However, what details need to be considered in developing these approaches? In this paper, we eschew these labels and present an overview of key design features of non-criminal responses to simple possession and consider some of the equity considerations of the choices available, including reform architecture (the objectives and legal framework); eligibility criteria (population-, place-, and drug-based criteria); and actions taken (deterrence, therapeutic, and enforcement strategies). This paper does not evaluate individual features or models, but instead offers a practical framework that can be used to deliberate on potential reform decisions.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0955-3959
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.drugpo.2022.103605
ID  - ref1
ER  -