Drug Enforcement
/ˈdrʌg ɛnˈfɔːrsmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal and administrative activities aimed at preventing the illegal distribution, manufacture, and possession of controlled substances.
The agency’s drug enforcement division conducted a series of raids to dismantle the trafficking network.
- (n.) Law enforcement efforts specifically focused on enforcing drug laws and regulations.
Drug enforcement policies often involve collaboration between federal and local authorities.
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Commentary
Typically used in the context of government agencies and legal processes focused on controlling illegal drug activities; clarity about jurisdiction and procedural scope is key in drafting related provisions.
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