The structural reclassification of cannabis within international and domestic legal frameworks represents one of the most significant shifts in contemporary public law, administrative jurisprudence, and public health policy. For nearly a century, the global regulatory approach to the genus Cannabis was defined by an unyielding prohibitionist paradigm. This framework was codified through multi-jurisdictional treaty systems […]
Introduction Drug policy is one of the most debated areas of modern legal systems, involving the intersection of criminal law, public health, and international regulation. Different countries have adopted varying approaches to address drug use and trafficking, resulting in a fragmented global framework. Understanding these policies is essential for evaluating their effectiveness and identifying best […]
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 Drug regulation has long been a central issue in criminal law and public policy. For much of the 20th century, states adopted prohibitionist approaches aimed at eliminating drug use through strict criminal sanctions. These policies were largely influenced by international conventions and moral considerations. However, over time, it became evident that prohibition alone was […]