Many people assume that drug addiction is only a medical issue, not a legal one. However, under Iranian law, the reality is more complex: While addiction is considered a treatable social disorder, the...
2025-06-17
One of the harshest penalties under Iran’s criminal justice system is the death penalty for drug-related offenses. Although recent legal reforms have reduced the number of executions in this area, cer...
2025-06-14
Despite being strictly prohibited by law, some individuals in Iran — either secretly or unknowingly — engage in the cultivation of narcotic plants such as opium poppy or cannabis (marijuana). However,...
2025-06-11
One of the most serious offenses in Iran’s criminal system is the possession, transportation, or sale of narcotics. Due to the devastating effects of drug use on public health, safety, and national se...
2025-06-08
Among the most serious drug-related offenses in Iranian law is carrying drugs inside prisons or vehicles. Due to the high social and security risks, Iranian law imposes harsh penalties, including life...
2025-06-05
Many individuals and families affected by addiction often ask: If someone quits drugs, will they still face criminal charges? Or, if a person is arrested for addiction but enters treatment, can they a...
2025-06-02
(Detailed Review of Article 8 of Iran’s Anti-Narcotics Law)
2025-05-20
