BACKGROUND: In 2005, the English Government announced plans to introduce thresholds into drugs legislation with a view to simplifying proof of intent to supply.METHODS: During the consultation process, the proposal was vigorously attacked as unjust and impractical. Drawing upon European and international experience, this paper critiques the government's decision to shelve this proposal. RESULTS\CONCLUSIONS: While the use of thresholds to create a presumption that an individual has intent to supply is problematic, thresholds could usefully have been adopted to facilitate a policy of diversion for those who fell below them.
Crime Drug and Narcotic Control