Challenges for drug checking services in Scotland: a qualitative exploration of police perceptions

Original research
par
Falzon, Danilo et al

Date de publication

2022

Géographie

UK

Langue de la ressource

English

Texte disponible en version intégrale

Oui

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

Oui

Évalué par des pairs

Yes

L’objectif

There have been no studies exploring police officer perceptions of drug checking services (DCS), which provide analytical testing of client drug samples alongside harm reduction support and advice.

Constatations/points à retenir

Despite a small sample of participants, this study summarises key challenges to be addressed in the implementation and operation of DCS in Scotland, and more widely.

La conception ou méthodologie de recherche

Semi-structured interviews with 10 police officers

Mots clés

Drug checking
Harm reduction
Legal system/law enforcement
Barriers and enablers