New drug bill 'to decriminalise ecstasy' in Colombia

[Mendo_K]

Colombia's Justice Minister, Ruth Stella Correa, has said a new drugs bill would decriminalise personal use of synthetic drugs, such as ecstasy.

The proposal would replace current laws, which ban cocaine and marijuana, although people are not prosecuted for possessing small amounts.

Colombia's legislation is being re-assessed in an attempt to tackle drug use, trafficking and related issues.

Critics say the inclusion of synthetic drugs will only confuse the debate.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-21254907

 

[slimvictor]

Of course the critics gotta complain, but if all drugs are legalized, that would be a very good thing, imo.