May 01, 2006
Mexico decriminalizes small quantity drug possession
The bill legalizes possession of small amounts of heroin, cocaine, ecstasy and marijuana.
"No charges will be brought against ... addicts or consumers who are found in possession of any narcotic for personal use," the bill reads.
This is a huge step. The news article is from last Friday and the story continues to develop.
Here's an interesting if topical comparison of different countries' policies.
Posted by Edward J. Lopez at 03:32 PM
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