Proposed new law was revealed in documents obtained through access-to-information requests by The Globe and Mail
Experts in addictions, law and criminology are rebuking the Alberta government over potential legislation that would force people into drug treatment against their will, calling it “incarceration rebranded.”
The proposed new law, which couldn’t be introduced until after Albertans head to the polls in a general election on May 29, was revealed in documents obtained through access-to-information requests by The Globe and Mail. If enacted, drug users could be forced into treatment after committing non-violent criminal or statutory offences “primarily as a result of a substance use disorder” or by referral.
Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis slammed harm reduction interventions, such as supervised consumption sites and safer supply programs, during an unrelated news conference on Tuesday. He pointed to Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside as proof of what he considers “failed policies” and as reason to explore alternative approaches, such as the act.
Edmonton-based lawyer Avnish Nanda said it is possible for a law of this kind to be implemented, but Alberta would need to significantly restrict its scope. As it is outlined now, Mr. Nanda said it is a clear violation of Charter rights, such as the right not to be arbitrarily detained.
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