This book explores the economics of illicit drug markets, the connection between these markets and other crime, and the adjustments these markets make when faced with changes in drug enforcement. Focusing specifically on the most recent escalation of drug enforcement during the period from 1984-1989, Rasmussen and Benson adopt an economic perspective to explore the origins and effects of American drug policy. Rasmussen and Benson argue that effective drug policy is only possible if we realize that increasing drug ...
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This book explores the economics of illicit drug markets, the connection between these markets and other crime, and the adjustments these markets make when faced with changes in drug enforcement. Focusing specifically on the most recent escalation of drug enforcement during the period from 1984-1989, Rasmussen and Benson adopt an economic perspective to explore the origins and effects of American drug policy. Rasmussen and Benson argue that effective drug policy is only possible if we realize that increasing drug enforcement can be a 'tragedy of the commons' because criminal justice resources are diverted from other uses and many unintended consequences are generated by politically popular drug enforcement initiatives.
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Globe Pequot Publishing Group Inc/Bloomsbury
Published:
1994
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English
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17957523239
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 260 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Publisher:
Globe Pequot Publishing Group Inc/Bloomsbury
Published:
1994
Language:
English
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18009441049
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New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 260 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Globe Pequot Publishing Group Inc/Bloomsbury
Published:
1994
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
16615709053
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Very good. Ex-library. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 265 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. Audience: General/trade. LCCN 93049436 Type of material Book Personal name Rasmussen, David W. Main title The economic anatomy of a drug war: criminal justice in the commons / David W. Rasmussen and Bruce L. Benson. Published/Created Lanham, Md. : Rowman and Littlefield, c1994. Description xiii, 265 p. : ill.; 24 cm. ISBN 0847679098 (cloth: alk. paper) 0847679101 (pbk. : alk. paper) LC classification HV5825. R37 1994 Related names Benson, Bruce L., 1949-Subjects Drug control--Economic aspects--United States. Drug abuse--Government policy--United States. Drug traffic--United States. Drug abuse and crime--United States. Notes Includes bibliographical references (p. 237-255) and index. Dewey class no. 338.4/336345/0973 Geographic area code n-us---
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