Romanian Church Concerned over Bill to Decriminalize Certain Drug Offenses
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Romanian Church concerned over bill to decriminalize certain drug offenses
In the statement, the Patriarchate says no legislative change should make drug use seem like a minor matter or normal behavior, and that prevention, educating young people, and supporting families must come first.
The Romanian Patriarchy reacts with concern to the draft law that proposes the elimination of prison sentences for drug possession for the purpose of own consumption. The Church warns about the risks to children and young people and calls for the prevention of consumption and the support of families to remain a priority. Article The Romanian Patriarchy intervenes in the scandal of decriminalizing drug possession: "In the face of such practices, …
The Romanian Patriarchate takes note with concern of the draft law on the decriminalisation of acts relating to the possession of drugs for own consumption and considers that any amendments to the legislation in this area should take priority into account the protection of the gift of life, the health of the person and the good of the family and the community.
The Romanian Patriarchy sends a message in the context of the debates on the draft law on the decriminalisation of acts related to the possession of drugs for own consumption.
Discussions are going on and around a bill that decriminalizes drug use, in the sense that prison sentences will be replaced by fines. Some oppose vehemently, others believe that the big problem is, in fact, drug dealers, not their victims. The Romanian Patriarchy also intervenes with a strong message that rejects any initiative to relax the legislation on narcotic substances.
Romanian Patriarchate expresses concern over proposed drug decriminalization Legislation | Orthodox Times (en)
The Romanian Patriarchate has expressed concern over a proposed law that would decriminalize certain offenses related to the possession of drugs for personal use, emphasizing that any legislative changes must prioritize the protection of human life, public health, and the well-being of families and communities. In an official statement, the Patriarchate stressed that particular attention must be paid to children and young people, who require mor…
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