Addiction Law
/ˈædɪkʃən lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of laws and regulations governing the prevention, control, treatment, and legal consequences of substance addiction and related behaviors.
Addiction law addresses both the criminal penalties for drug offenses and the civil rights of recovering addicts.
- (n.) Legal frameworks involving the regulation of controlled substances, rehabilitation mandates, and public health policies relating to addiction.
Policies under addiction law influence how courts mandate treatment instead of incarceration.
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- addiction law
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Commentary
Addiction law commonly intersects with criminal and health law, requiring precise statutory interpretation to balance public safety with individual rights.
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