Original research
par
Xavier, Jessica et al
Date de publication
2022
Géographie
Canada
Langue de la ressource
English
Texte disponible en version intégrale
Oui
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
Oui
Évalué par des pairs
Yes
L’objectif
Our study aimed to uncover the role police perceive for themselves at overdose events.
Constatations/points à retenir
Police officers perceived their primary role was to ensure the safety of first responders and bystanders at overdose events. Some officers favored enforcing mandatory treatment and used coercive practices to ensure overdose victims received further medical care.
La conception ou méthodologie de recherche
22 qualitative interviews
Mots clés
Legal system/law enforcement
Overdose
Policy/Regulatory
