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Drug cases fall 44% after Kuwait's new drug law

The justice minister said cases registered with the Public Prosecution fell from 255 to 144 in the first four months after the new drug law took effect, a 44% drop. He credited the tougher law and police activity. The count covers all drug cases, not cannabis alone.[1]

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References

  1. Times Kuwait — Kuwait records 44% drop in drug cases after implementation of new lawReport, 2 May 2026, quoting Justice Minister Nasser Al-Sumait and Al-Raiarchived

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