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So often we hear people use the same stock arguments, whether they're politicians, law enforcement officials, or simply misinformed citizens. Here is a list of common, although well studied and refuted, myths about drug policy and what works!

More Articles... Myth: Marijuana is a gateway drug that paves the way for addiction to harder drugs such as heroin and methamphetamines. Myth: More people will use marijuana if it becomes legalized. Myth: Because they attract drug addicts, safe injection clinics bring increased crime, litter, and public drug use to their neighbourhoods. Myth: Safe injection sites just help drug users, not the average taxpayer. Myth: Safe injection sites such as Insite are just encouraging drug use because they make it easier for people to get high. Myth: Prison is the best place for drug addicts because they will be forced to detox and recover from their drug dependencies. Myth: The only way to reduce drug crime is to get tough; mandatory minimum penalties for drug crimes will act as deterrents.