The idea has very much to do with different viewpoints.
Portugal wanted to remove punishments from drug users because they viewed it as a medical problem. However Portugal did not want to make a full legalization for then you end up with drug dens, the situation you try to avoid.
The only logical solution is to legalize usage and small possesion as a medical excuse. Then you ban larger possession and dealing.
Portugal wanted to remove punishments from drug users because they viewed it as a medical problem. However Portugal did not want to make a full legalization for then you end up with drug dens, the situation you try to avoid.
The only logical solution is to legalize usage and small possesion as a medical excuse. Then you ban larger possession and dealing.