Oregon Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek signed into law a bill that recriminalizes the possession of small amounts of drugs.
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek listens during a walking tour, Feb. 13, 2024, in Vancouver, Wash. Kotek has signed into law a bill that recriminalizes the possession of small amounts of drugs, Monday, April 1, 2024.
Another setback was the lack of people with substance abuse disorders who sought help after being ticketed for drug possession. Those caught with small amounts of drugs could have the citation dismissed by calling a 24-hour hotline to complete an addiction screening within 45 days. But those who don’t do a screening are not penalized for failing to pay the fine.
But mounting pressures prompted Oregon Democrats to shift their stance on decriminalization policy in recent months. The law also allows cities and counties to ban drug paraphernalia and regulate recovery residences and harm-reduction programs. That includes such as those that provide methadone or other medication to treat addiction.
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