Deținerea de droguri pentru consum propriu: pedeapsă sau ajutor?

In Romania, drug possession for personal use is a crime, but there is an ongoing debate about whether penal punishment is appropriate for non-traffickers. The principle of 'ultima ratio' suggests that criminal law should be a last resort when less severe measures fail to protect society. While drug trafficking poses a direct threat to public safety, personal use primarily harms the user. Romanian law allows for consumer redirection to evaluation and assistance programs, which can lead to alternative solutions instead of punishment. Many European countries treat small quantities for personal use with administrative measures and support, while maintaining strict penalties for traffickers. The focus is on finding a balanced response: penal sanctions for traffickers and specialized help for users.