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About this booklet

This free booklet is for drug users who want to know about how the law in Victoria affects them. It has information about:

• laws relating to possessing and using drugs
• health and safety issues relating to drug use
• what to do if someone stops breathing or overdoses
• your rights
• where to get help.

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