Reducing drug related crime
21 February 2013
People in prison for drug-related offences do not always receive timely, targeted, effective and on-going drug treatment. The key to reducing drug-related crime is tackling the underlying factors that contribute to offending through increased investment in effective, tailored drug treatment and mental health programs as well as family support, housing, employment and education.
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