The approaching hearing for a Charter challenge against Ontario's new drug policy law is raising concerns among applicants' lawyers and advocacy groups, who argue that the policy criminalizes drug possession and harms vulnerable individuals.
An Ontario lawyer representing applicants in a Charter challenge against the province's new drug policy law says the issue is significant. The hearing is approaching, and the lawyer argues that the law criminalizes drug possession and harms vulnerable individuals. The policy, which came into effect in January, aims to address the opioid crisis by focusing on treatment and harm reduction.
However, critics argue that it unfairly targets low-income individuals and people experiencing homelessness. The lawyer's concerns mirror the worries of advocacy groups who fear the law will lead to increased incarceration and worsen the lives of those struggling with addiction. The upcoming Charter challenge is expected to be closely watched, as it could have far-reaching implications for drug policy in Canada
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