To be honest, I'm not sure what has actually been happening. People claim hardcore drug (ie, cocaine, meth, etc., NOT marijuana) use has gotten worse, but I don't know if it's actually backed up by statistics.

I've always believed that drug possession and use should not be illegal, but that rehab programs should be well-funded and free, and only distribution of drugs should be criminal. Addicts are victims that need help, while sellers are enablers.

I get the impression that the decriminalization happened without the adequate health services to help people. Alternatively, many addicts simply don't want help.

But I openly admit that these opinions are based on feelings, and I don't know if drug use and the associated problems increased.