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Originally Posted by Grisu
I agree. What about the crimes comitted while being an addict in order to get the next fix. We all know not everyone manages to stay out of crime to support the financial strain of a dope habit.
Since those have been commited to support a medical mal-function, should there be no punishment? Essentially you would create a "insanity defense" for any crime committed while trying to get the next fix or while on dope.... Not a good idea!
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Like Swamp-thing said, if an addict commits a crime because of his addiction, or if an addict commits a crime while under the influence, then society should punish the crime so committed. Addiction is a state of being and it should not be criminalized, it should be cured.
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