Do tough laws deter drug crimes? Lessons from Singapore and Malaysia
- 101 EastAs Malaysia rethinks the death penalty for drug offences, Singapore insists tough laws deter substance abuse.
- Malaysia’s decision to repeal the mandatory death penalty in 2023 has led to the re-sentencing of more than 700 drug offenders, who were once condemned to hang.
- The country is now considering further reform to its drug policy.
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- 101 EastAs Malaysia rethinks the death penalty for drug offences, Singapore insists tough laws deter substance abuse.
- Malaysia’s decision to repeal the mandatory death penalty in 2023 has led to the re-sentencing of more than 700 drug offenders, who were once condemned to hang.
- The country is now considering further reform to its drug policy.
Sources: Al Jazeera