Dealing with illicit drugs in New Zealand
New Zealand Police work to reduce drug crime using:
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Getting help - A full list of community organisations, government agencies and treatment centres. Action plans for parents and teachers. FAQ includes; how to identify a drug lab?, what are the penalties for hardcore and softcore drugs? |
- law enforcement (supply reduction), and
- education (demand reduction).
The two worst illicit drugs in New Zealand are:
- cannabis (read about slang, seizure statistics and penalties)
- methamphetamine also known as "p" or "ice".
Read factsheets on other illicit drugs.
