Reflection 3: The Straight Dope—Understanding Drug Laws Abroad (Assign. 8/12)

 

In the United States, nearly 100% of all recreational drugs are illegal at the federal level—Marijuana, recreational or medicinal, may or may not be legal depending on the state. But how do laws (and attitudes) differ in those countries we might visit? If Americans travel abroad with the intent to drink heavily and/use drugs, what should they know beforehand? For example, how can a seemingly drug-casual society actually spell trouble for tourists engaging in narcotics? Even if one travels without the intent to use drugs, why is it important to know a place's laws about drugs and alcohol?

Include at least two of the following in your discussion:

• "The 20 Countries with the Harshest Drug Laws in the World" (DrugAbuse)
• "These are Europe's Top Cities for Taking Drugs" (Vice)
  
• "Thailand to Ban Recreational Cannabis Use By Year-End, Health Minister Says" (Reuters)
• "Nine Places That Draw American Drug Tourists" (EscapingAbroad)
• "The Drugs Being Used at UK Festivals" (BBCNews)

Due: Fri 3.29 (via Packback)