Matt Hawk
BS, CADC-II, ICADC
May 3, 2022
Missteps in Oregon Decriminalization Illustrate Need for Additional Addiction Treatment Resources
In 2020, Oregon passed decriminalization legislation to reduce the harmful effects of the addiction-to-prison pipeline and the failed war on drugs. However, new data shows that the implementation of the state’s program fell short of properly incentivizing addicts to seek treatment. The result was a less effective plan than intended and addicts continuing to use drugs.