What happens if an addict of narcotics or psychotropic substances voluntarily seeks treatment before being arrested or issued an arrest warrant?
No criminal action shall be taken against the addict if they, their spouse, or a relative up to the second degree, or the person responsible for their upbringing, spontaneously submits a request to be placed in a treatment unit administered by the Public Prosecution or the Police. The addict will remain in the unit until a decision is made regarding their expulsion.