Drug policy of Romania

The drug policy of Romania comprises various legislative acts.

Since 2014, penalties for drug law offences in Romania have been linked to the type of drug, with higher penalties being imposed for offences related to drugs considered “high risk”. The legislation also distinguishes between users and addicts, according to diagnosis. Changes to the Penal Code in 2014 reduced some penalty ranges for supply offences.[1]

Drug consumption is not allowed, but no punishment is specified. In the case of possession for personal use, the court can impose a fine or a prison sentence of 3 months to 2 years, or 6 months to 3 years, depending on the type of drug. A drug user who is convicted of any of these offences can avoid punishment by agreeing to attend an integrated assistance programme; the consent of the drug user is a prerequisite for inclusion in the programme. This is clearly defined in the Penal Code from 2014.[1]

All actions related to the production and sale of drugs are punishable by 2–7 years’ imprisonment or 5–12 years’ imprisonment, depending on the type of drug. Similarly, the import or export of drugs is punishable by 3-10 or 7–15 years’ imprisonment.[1]

Notes
  1. "Romania Country Drug Report 2019". Emcdda.europa.eu. 2019. Retrieved 2019-10-11.
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