Drug War Chronicle #927 - May 20, 2016

Phillip S. Smith, Editor - David Borden, Executive Director
Health Canada clears the way for prescription heroin. (Wikmedia/Creative Commons)
Health Canada clears the way for prescription heroin. (Wikmedia/Creative Commons)

In Cutting Edge Move, Canada to Allow Prescription Heroin

In a culmination of trial programs and research, and in a reversal of policies of the former Harper Administration, Health Canada has cleared the way for prescription heroin for tough cases.
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MMJ leaf and stethoscope KY ODCP_151_74.jpg

Medical Marijuana Update

In Oklahoma and Ohio, medical marijuana half-measures are being challenged by initiative campaigns, Oakland tries to create some racial equity in the industry, Maryland medical marijuana hits another delay, and more.
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Do_Not_Cross,_Crime_Scene_94_37.jpg

This Week's Corrupt Cops Stories

A sticky-fingered Wisconsin cop gets nailed, a truth-challenged Washington state cop gets canned, and more.
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