Alternatives to Imprisonment for Drug-using Offenders: Is There a Need for a Common EU Legal Framework? (PID027)

2.30pm – 3pm EDT, 26 October 2023 ‐ 30 mins

Workshop Session

Explore the need for a common EU legal framework for alternatives to imprisonment for drug-using offenders, this presentation will examine the advantages and disadvantages of a common legal framework. The presentation will analyze the current situation in different EU member states, discussing the types of programs available and their utilization, and the potential benefits and challenges of a common legal framework. The insights provided contribute to the ongoing discussion on the need for a common EU legal framework for alternatives to imprisonment for drug addicts. The main challenges will be related to the complexity of the issue, diversity of approaches across different EU member states, and the need for clarity and simplicity.
Attend this presentation to gain insights into the feasibility and potential impact of this approach, and learn about the challenges and solutions to implementing alternative sentencing approaches for drug-using offenders in the EU legal landscape.