Introduction The regulation of drug use has long been a subject of legal and political debate. At the center of this discussion lies a fundamental question: should drug use be treated as a criminal offense or as a public health issue? Criminalization and decriminalization represent two contrasting approaches to this question. While criminalization relies on […]
Introduction Modern criminal justice systems increasingly adopt alternative sanctions to reduce prison populations and promote rehabilitation. Probation is one of the most important mechanisms in this regard, particularly for non-violent offenses such as drug use. In Turkey, probation is widely applied in drug-related offenses involving personal use. Instead of imprisonment, individuals are monitored and directed […]
Introduction Drug addiction presents a complex challenge that intersects criminal law, public health, and social policy. Legal systems must determine whether individuals suffering from addiction should be treated as offenders deserving punishment or as patients in need of medical care. In Turkey, this debate is reflected in the legal framework governing drug use. The Turkish […]