[OCCASparky]

Sorry, but how would the DOJ know when no standard definition of drug addiction even EXISTED then; ergo, no way to define, identify, and treat drug addicts?

[Trailerpark Badass]

Sorry, but how would the DOJ know when no standard definition of drug addiction even EXISTED then; ergo, no way to define, identify, and treat drug addicts?

Prior to the Harrison Act, doctors were beginning to understand the dangers of opiate withdrawal and its ramifications for breaking the addiction cycle. They had begun having some success weaning addicts off through maintenance and reduction. That treatment was made illegal, and addicts had to either quit cold turkey or turn to criminal suppliers.

[Ken H]

Sorry, but how would the DOJ know when no standard definition of drug addiction even EXISTED then; ergo, no way to define, identify, and treat drug addicts?

Ask the DOJ. It's not my fault if the dummies failed to notice that their own reports point out the failure of the WOD.