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Drug diversion schemes cut reoffending rates more than prosecution, study says
Researchers examined outcomes across 13 English police forces and more than 62,000 criminal incidents over the past four years. Photograph: Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Researchers examined outcomes across 13 English police forces and more than 62,000 criminal incidents ove…
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Police shouldnt be prosecuting people for drug use when they could be investing in treatment that actually reduces recidivism. More than 62,000 cases show this isnt just about compassionits about effectiveness.
How do these diversion schemes balance public safety while addressing addiction as a health issue? With over 62,000 cases showing lower reoffending rates, are we truly better off investing in treatment over prosecution, or are we just shifting the problem rather than solving it?