omankäyttöön
Omankäyttöön refers to a Finnish legal concept that allows individuals to possess certain quantities of drugs for personal consumption without facing criminal charges. This policy is primarily focused on drug users as individuals needing help rather than criminals. The underlying principle is to reduce the harm associated with drug use by encouraging users to seek treatment and support rather than discouraging them from engaging with authorities due to fear of punishment.
The decriminalization of personal drug use in Finland, implemented in 2006, aims to shift the focus from
The goal of omankäyttöön is to reduce stigma, increase access to harm reduction services, and ultimately decrease