drug enforcement
[/drʌɡ ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/]
noun
cumprimento da lei sobre drogas
1. The implementation and administration of laws and regulations designed to control the production, distribution, and use of illegal drugs
Drug enforcement agencies work to combat narcotics trafficking across state lines.
Agências de cumprimento da lei sobre drogas trabalham para combater o tráfico de narcóticos entre estados.
2. The legal process of detecting, investigating, and prosecuting violations related to controlled substances
The DEA specializes in drug enforcement operations throughout the country.
A DEA se especializa em operações de cumprimento das leis antidrogas em todo o país.
3. Government efforts to prevent illegal drug distribution and use through law enforcement
Increased funding was allocated for drug enforcement initiatives in urban communities.
Aumentou-se o financiamento para iniciativas de cumprimento da lei sobre drogas em comunidades urbanas.
In both the United States and Brazil, drug enforcement is a significant government priority. In the US, the DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) is the primary federal agency. In Brazil, the Federal Police and specialized units like DENARC handle drug enforcement. The term carries serious legal and social implications in both countries, with ongoing debates about effectiveness and approaches to drug control policies.
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