Is decriminalization or legalization the better alternative to the War on Drugs? Decriminalization means elimination of criminal penalties for possession of small amounts. This lowers the “full” price for drugs, thereby increasing demand. Since most negatives of prohibition grow with the size of the black market (
Decriminalization vs. Legalization
Decriminalization vs. Legalization
Decriminalization vs. Legalization
Is decriminalization or legalization the better alternative to the War on Drugs? Decriminalization means elimination of criminal penalties for possession of small amounts. This lowers the “full” price for drugs, thereby increasing demand. Since most negatives of prohibition grow with the size of the black market (