'Monumental' Queensland law shift marks an end to the 'war on drugs', advocates say | ABC News

The new laws mean police will issue a warning for first-time minor drug possession and offer a place in a diversionary program. It’s hoped thousands of people will be kept out of jail as a result. Subscribe: http://ab.co/1svxLVE Read more here: https://ab.co/41q5GqI

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