Executive Summary

A majority of respondents believe that providing controlled places for addicts to safely use substances is more effective for harm reduction and reducing addiction than arresting addicts. [1]

• Agreement range reported: 67%–97%. [1]

What People Believe

Harm reduction vs arrest effectiveness

Providing controlled places for addicts to safely use substances is more effective for harm reduction and reducing addiction than arresting addicts. [1]

The comment suggests that harm‑reduction facilities are viewed as superior to criminal‑justice approaches for addressing addiction. [1]

• Agreement range reported: 67%–97%. [1]

Suggested Policies and Actions